Flying from Alicante Airport (ALC) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is one hour behind Alicante and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Your ALC to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Alicante Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALC and LHR:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
79% of flights that depart Alicante Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Alicante Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Alicante Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to ALC:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you have a late Alicante Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante Airport to London Heathrow Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Alicante Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALC to LHR in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No journey is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.