Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt.
Alicante (the location of Alicante-Elche Airport) and Frankfurt follow the same timezone — UTC+1.
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route, with five weekly departures to pick from. You can travel from ALC to FRA at 09:35 with Lufthansa.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ALC to Frankfurt flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Start your trip at ALC and touch down at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Look out for offers from Lufthansa. This carrier has direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from ALC to Frankfurt. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
ALC is around 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near ALC? If you've booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights leaving Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Frankfurt
29 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 56 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ALC to Frankfurt.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel near FRA if you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and explore Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ALC to Frankfurt.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. Once you've hopped off your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your ALC to Frankfurt flight:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from HHN four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt. The city comes alive in peak season, but prices are usually higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Frankfurt in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Lock in an Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from ALC to Frankfurt around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Frankfurt:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are essential stops on your Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've seen Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without seeing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.