Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Alicante is 12 hours behind Auckland and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AKL to ALC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is $962. A return ticket is currently $1,536. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AKL to ALC, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Auckland Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
When it comes to Auckland Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.31% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you have a late Auckland Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ALC:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and experience the lesser-explored corners of Alicante and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport to central Alicante has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Auckland Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Alicante in January.
Book your flight from Auckland Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport for August if you'd like to visit Alicante during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AKL to ALC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometres north of Alicante, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Logroño is another essential stop in Spain and is around 483 kilometres north of Alicante. No journey is complete without a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
