Travelling from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC): What you need to know
Hamburg Airport (HAM) is Hamburg's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) departing from here.
The average time for a direct Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport flight is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Alicante (where Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport is located) and Hamburg share the UTC+1 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
You can choose from 3 direct flights a week between Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC). This is the most popular route, with Eurowings offering a 5:55am departure from HAM to ALC.
Your flight from Hamburg to ALC won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like September or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
You can jump on a direct flight from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM).
Ryanair is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport jetting out of HAM.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between HAM and ALC is Ryanair.
With a dependable 96.0% of services arriving on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Hamburg to ALC leaving from Hamburg Airport (HAM), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
HAM is about 11 kilometres from central Hamburg. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Hamburg Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hamburg Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
LBC is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg. Plan ahead to find the easiest way to reach the terminal.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Hamburg to ALC flight? Kick back in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
78% of all departures from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ALC instead:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport flight.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
From Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport, central Alicante is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)
Currently, R 927 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,949. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Hamburg to ALC, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Alicante. July is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Hamburg to ALC plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Alicante
After booking your flight from Hamburg to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Alicante:
Plaza de Espana and Castle of Santa Barbara are just two of the big attractions to put on your Alicante to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Playa del Postiguet.
Explore more of Spain
Cuenca is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've seen Alicante. Around 241 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Historic Walled Town of Cuenca and Cuenca Cathedral.
Ibiza is another essential stop in Spain and is around 193 kilometres east of Alicante. No trip is complete without experiencing Bossa Beach, Playa de Ses Salines and Eden Ibiza.