Flying from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC): What you need to know
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Philadelphia. Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport is located in Alicante.
To ensure you get on your flight from Philadelphia to ALC, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Philadelphia to ALC departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
PHL is around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Philadelphia International Airport:
77% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Philadelphia to TTN in around 1 hour 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Philadelphia to ALC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Trenton-Mercer Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
76% of flights departing Trenton-Mercer Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ALC instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport flight.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
From Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport, central Alicante is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport is ₹ 33,320. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 71,459. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to ALC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Alicante. July is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Philadelphia to ALC plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Alicante to range from 22ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC and 16ºC.
More about Alicante
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Alicante:
Your Alicante visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include Plaza de Espana, Castle of Santa Barbara and Playa del Postiguet.
Explore more of Spain
Cuenca is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Alicante. Around 241 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Historic Walled Town of Cuenca and Cuenca Cathedral.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Spain, consider Ibiza, about 193 kilometres east of Alicante. Bossa Beach, Playa de Ses Salines and Eden Ibiza are key reasons to visit.
