Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is eight hours ahead of Alicante.
To avoid rushing for your ALC to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from ALC to Tokyo with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
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ALC is about 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel near ALC? If you've booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
73.22% of flights that depart Alicante-Elche Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Tokyo
$638 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Tokyo flight. A return flight ticket right now is $911. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ALC to Tokyo if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across the month and land an epic deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
Book a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tokyo. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times to explore Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ALC to Tokyo.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. Following your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Following your ALC to Tokyo flight, settle in at a hotel near NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Plan your trip to Tokyo in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tokyo in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Alicante-Elche Airport to Tokyo flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from ALC to Tokyo around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Tokyo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey about 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its top sights. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.