Flying from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) to Alicante Airport (ALC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Zagreb Airport to Alicante Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Zagreb and Alicante follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ZAG to ALC flight.
Flying during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Alicante (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Zagreb Airport to Alicante Airport.
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for ZAG to ALC flights is Ryanair.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zagreb Airport (ZAG) to Alicante Airport (ALC)
R 410 is the lowest price for a one-way Zagreb Airport to Alicante Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 974. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZAG to ALC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Zagreb Airport to Alicante Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
When it comes to Zagreb Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Zagreb Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Zagreb. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ZAG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Zagreb Airport to Alicante Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Alicante Airport (ALC)
If you're coming in on a late Zagreb Airport to Alicante Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near ALC:
Pick up a Alicante Airport rental car and explore Alicante and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Alicante Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Alicante Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
From Alicante Airport, Alicante is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante Airport (ALC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Zagreb Airport to Alicante Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Alicante in February.
When booking your flight from Zagreb Airport to Alicante Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZAG to ALC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. About 370 kilometres north of Alicante, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Logroño is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 483 kilometres north of Alicante. No journey is complete without a visit to Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.