Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Almeria Airport (LEI): what you need to know
Alicante and Almeria are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
To ensure you get on your ALC to LEI flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Almeria Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALC and LEI:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Almeria Airport (LEI)
At the moment, 67 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Almeria Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 128 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from ALC to LEI, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Almeria Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from ALC to LEI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Pick 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 Alicante-Elche Airport to Almeria Airport.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Of the flights that depart from Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% land on schedule at their destination.
Alicante-Elche Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ALC? If you're catching an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Almeria Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Almeria Airport (LEI)
If you have a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Almeria Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near LEI:
Travel at your own speed with an Almeria Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Green Motion or Keddy By Europcar and chase adventure across Almeria and beyond.
Booking your ride from Almeria Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Almeria Airport (LEI) to central Almeria
From Almeria Airport, Almeria is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Almeria Airport (LEI)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Almeria Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Almeria based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Almeria Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Almeria, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ALC to LEI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Almeria, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Ceuta to check off its top attractions. From Playa de Calamocarro to Playa de San Amaro and Escultura de Enrique el Navegante, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres south of Almeria, Melilla is another favourite stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Melilla la Vieja, Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus and Hernandez Park.