Flying from Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the main airports in Houston.
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Houston. Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to ALC, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Houston to ALC leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
IAH is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Houston to ALC flight, unwind in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport:
The majority of flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
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 Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ALC instead:
Pick up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car and discover Alicante and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week before your Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport flight.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
The centre of Alicante is around 10 kilometres from Alicante-Elche Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Currently, $741 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $954. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Houston to ALC if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to go to Alicante. July is when most people book flights from Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Lock in a Houston to ALC flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Alicante to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Alicante
Start your Alicante trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Alicante-Elche Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Alicante when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for 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 places in Spain waiting to be discovered after you've experienced 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 trip is complete without seeing Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
