Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Madrid and Alicante are in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Every week, there are 377 Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, opt for the 07:05 Air Europa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 19:45 with Iberia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MAD to ALC flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Iberia offers direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Alicante — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Iberia on this route.
Air Europa is a leader in on-time performance for MAD to ALC flights, with 92.56% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and ALC:
Bilbao Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is R 535. A return fare right now is R 1,028. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from MAD to ALC by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAD to ALC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
78.23% of flights that take off from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAD? If you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Consider booking a hotel near ALC if you're on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and experience the lesser-explored corners of Alicante and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Alicante. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Alicante. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAD to ALC in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. About 370 kilometres north of Alicante, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 483 kilometres north of Alicante, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
