Flying from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): What you need to know
Brussels has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport flight.
Alicante's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Brussels. Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante.
Brussels Airport (BRU) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) is the most popular route. There are 30 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Vueling at 10:15pm. Go for the first BRU to ALC departure with Brussels Airlines at 5:50am if you'd rather not wait around.
Your flight from Brussels to ALC won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
In high season, allow for longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Take the express route from Brussels Airport (BRU). Direct flights from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) can be booked from here.
At BRU, there's a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport, including:
TUI fly is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BRU to ALC.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Transavia.
The journey from central Brussels to BRU takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can book a direct Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) plane ticket with departures from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Figure out if flying from CRL works better for your plans.
You can board a direct flight from Brussels to ALC with Ryanair. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of CRL.
On the CRL to ALC route, Ryanair is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Ryanair is the most reliable carrier flying between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and Alicante-Elche Airport, with 74.17% of its services arriving as planned.
With public transport, you can travel from central Brussels to CRL in about 1 hour 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to ALC flight:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71.71%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Consider staying in a hotel near ALC if you're catching a late flight from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Explore without limits with an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and chase adventure across Alicante and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport flight.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Alicante. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
R 594 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport. Return flights start from R 1,187. These prices can change based on demand.
Score cheap flights from Brussels to ALC by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for finding cheap Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC). Plan your visit to Alicante in February for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Brussels to ALC plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Alicante to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Alicante
Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Alicante-Elche Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Alicante:
Alicante Bay / Gulf Of Alicante and Castillo de Santa Barbara are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Alicante itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Plaza de Espana.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres north-west of Alicante, a trip to Cuenca will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Spain, head for Ibiza, about 193 kilometres east of Alicante. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are highlights.
