Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Alicante is one hour ahead of Dublin and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Take your pick of 26 weekly Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flights. The 05:50 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 21:15.
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 DUB to ALC flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Aer Lingus offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Alicante — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Aer Lingus on this route.
Aer Lingus is the most punctual carrier operating DUB to ALC flights. An exceptional 85.0% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DUB and ALC:
Bordeaux Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is $32. A round-trip fare is currently $98. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DUB to ALC.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Finding cheap flights from DUB to ALC is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
Of all flights leaving Dublin Airport, 72.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Dublin to Dublin Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near DUB:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you're coming in on a late Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near ALC:
Follow your own route with an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and discover more of Alicante and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport to the centre of Alicante has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Alicante. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Dublin Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUB to ALC in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Alicante. Around 370 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Logroño is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 483 kilometres north of Alicante. No journey is complete without dropping by Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.