Travelling from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Alicante Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Brussels International Airport to Alicante Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Brussels and Alicante are in the UTC+1 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from BRU to ALC start from 05:50 — the first with Brussels Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:15 with Vueling. Overall, you can choose from 44 weekly Brussels International Airport to Alicante Airport flights.
Your BRU to ALC flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Brussels International Airport to Alicante Airport, so jetting to Alicante (and then exploring more of Spain!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Vueling on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates BRU to ALC flights is Vueling. Its services arrive as planned 78.16% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brussels International Airport to Alicante Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BRU and ALC:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Barcelona Airport
Zurich Airport
Handy information about Brussels International Airport (BRU)
Of the departures from Brussels International Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Brussels to Brussels International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BRU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Brussels International Airport to Alicante Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Alicante Airport (ALC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Brussels International Airport to Alicante Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ALC instead:
Pick up a Alicante Airport rental car and discover Alicante and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Alicante Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Alicante Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Alicante. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante Airport (ALC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Brussels International Airport to Alicante Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Alicante in February.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Brussels International Airport to Alicante Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BRU to ALC in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Alicante, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey about 370 kilometres north to Zaragoza to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 483 kilometres north of Alicante, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.