Travelling from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC). Check out your options for jetting out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is eight hours ahead of Vancouver. Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to ALC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Vancouver International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is around 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to ALC flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance record of YXX is 67.97%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near ALC and shut your eyes sooner:
Grab an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car and explore Alicante and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week before your Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport flight.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Alicante. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Currently, R 3,839 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,930. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Vancouver to ALC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Alicante based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to ALC plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Alicante
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Alicante right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Alicante-Elche Airport:
Alicante Bay / Gulf Of Alicante and Castillo de Santa Barbara are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Alicante to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Plaza de Espana.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres north-west of Alicante, a trip to Cuenca will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Spain, consider Ibiza, roughly 193 kilometres east of Alicante. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are among the biggest draws.
