Travelling from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Alicante Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Alicante's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Alicante one hour ahead of Shannon.
Take your pick of three weekly Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport flights. The 05:55 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 19:00.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SNN to ALC flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Travelling to Alicante (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair stands out as the most punctual carrier for SNN to ALC flights, with 95.24% of services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport. These are the top stopovers between SNN and ALC:
Palma - Majorca Airport
Edinburgh Airport
Birmingham Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Alicante Airport (ALC)
At the moment, $46 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $91. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from SNN to ALC by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
Shannon Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SNN arrive on schedule 84% of the time.
To get to Shannon Airport from central Shannon, it'll take around 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near SNN. Whether you have an early flight from Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Alicante Airport (ALC)
Book a hotel near ALC if you're taking a late Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Alicante Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and find adventure across Alicante and beyond.
Booking your ride from Alicante Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Alicante Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
From Alicante Airport, Alicante is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante Airport (ALC)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Alicante. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Shannon Airport to Alicante Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SNN to ALC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometres north of Alicante, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 483 kilometres north of Alicante, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.