Travelling from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Dubai: what you need to know
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is three hours ahead of Alicante, where Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your ALC to Dubai flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from ALC to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Alicante, ALC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ALC:
When it comes to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Dubai
204 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 473 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ALC to Dubai. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Dubai ticket.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dubai International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from ALC to Dubai.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Dubai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Dubai, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DWC. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your ALC to Dubai flight:
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
December is the quietest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Dubai, while January is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before booking a Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Dubai plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ALC to Dubai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Dubai, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are major attractions which should feature on every Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Arab Emirates. Journey around 121 kilometres southwest to Abu Dhabi to tick off its must-visit sights. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace, your itinerary will be busy.