Flying from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): What you need to know
Istanbul has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to ALC.
In high season, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to ALC. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and ALC include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to ALC flight:
76.93% of all departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near ALC and shut your eyes sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and explore beyond Alicante's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport to the centre of Alicante is around 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
₹ 4,933 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 11,639. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to ALC. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Alicante based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Istanbul to ALC flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC.
More about Alicante
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Alicante-Elche Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Alicante:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Alicante Bay / Gulf Of Alicante, Castillo de Santa Barbara and Plaza de Espana are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Alicante itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres north-west of Alicante, a trip to Cuenca will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Spain, consider Ibiza, about 193 kilometres east of Alicante. Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines are among its highlights.
