Travelling from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll board your flight from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's main airports.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport flight.
Alicante's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt. Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante.
You can choose from 5 direct services every week between Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC). This is the busiest route, with Lufthansa offering a 5:55am departure from FRA to ALC.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to ALC.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) leave from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport with Lufthansa. This top airline operates departures from FRA.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between FRA and ALC is Lufthansa.
With an impressive 84.62% of services arriving as planned, Lufthansa ranks as the most on-time carrier flying this route.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can book a direct Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) flight ticket out of Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN). Figure out if flying from HHN works better for your plans.
Ryanair operates direct flights from Frankfurt to ALC departing from HHN. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers flying from HHN to ALC.
Flights between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and Alicante-Elche Airport are more likely to arrive on time with Ryanair compared to other carriers.
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Frankfurt to ALC flight? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
53.13% of all departures from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ALC instead:
Pick up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car and discover Alicante and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
The centre of Alicante is about 10 kilometres from Alicante-Elche Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport is ₹ 2,848. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 5,744. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Snap up cheap flights from Frankfurt to ALC by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Alicante. July is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to ALC flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Alicante
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Alicante-Elche Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Alicante:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Alicante when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Alicante Bay / Gulf Of Alicante followed by Castillo de Santa Barbara and Plaza de Espana.
Explore more of Spain
Cuenca is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Alicante. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca.
Ibiza is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 193 kilometres east of Alicante. No journey is complete without seeing Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
