Flying from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Rotterdam Airport (RTM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Rotterdam's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Alicante.
Flights from ALC to RTM start at 09:30 — the first with Transavia. The last service of the day is at 20:25 with Transavia. In total, you can choose from ten weekly Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport flights.
Your ALC to RTM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Transavia is your gateway to discovering Rotterdam (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the Netherlands!). Browse the direct flights from Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is transavia.
With a reliable 87.5% of services arriving as planned, transavia is the most punctual carrier operating ALC to RTM flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ALC and RTM:
Barcelona Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Milan Bergamo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Rotterdam Airport (RTM)
At the moment, 49 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 131 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ALC to RTM.
The cheapest month for flights from Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ALC to RTM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
When it comes to Alicante Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
Alicante Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to ALC? If you're catching an early flight from Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Rotterdam Airport (RTM)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near RTM instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Rotterdam Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and chase adventure across Rotterdam and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Rotterdam Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Rotterdam Airport (RTM) to central Rotterdam
Rotterdam Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Rotterdam. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Rotterdam Airport (RTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport is November, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Rotterdam based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Rotterdam is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Alicante Airport to Rotterdam Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALC to RTM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the Netherlands
Rotterdam is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the Netherlands waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres north-east of Rotterdam, a trip to Amsterdam will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House.
The Hague is another standout destination in the Netherlands and is around 21 kilometres north-west of Rotterdam. No trip is complete without experiencing Mauritshuis Museum, Inner Court & Hall Of The Knights and The Hague.