Travelling from Exeter International Airport (EXT) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Alicante is one hour ahead of Exeter and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your EXT to ALC flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ryanair has direct flights from Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Alicante — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for EXT to ALC flights is Ryanair.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between EXT and ALC include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Edinburgh Airport
George Best Belfast City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Exeter International Airport (EXT) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Currently, 28 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 56 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from EXT to ALC by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Landing cheap flights from EXT to ALC is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Exeter International Airport (EXT)
61.22% of flights taking off from Exeter International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Exeter International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Exeter. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near EXT? If you're catching an early flight from Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you're arriving on a late Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near ALC:
Grab an Alicante-Elche 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.
Booking your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
From Alicante-Elche Airport, Alicante is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The quietest month for a flight from Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Alicante based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Exeter International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport for August if you'd like to visit Alicante during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EXT to ALC in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Alicante, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey about 370 kilometres north to Zaragoza to tick off its top attractions. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Spain, head for Logroño, about 483 kilometres north of Alicante. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are among its highlights.