Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Alicante Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Alicante's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Frankfurt.
Each week, there are five Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as early as possible, go for the 05:55 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 15:40 with Lufthansa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your FRA to ALC flight.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to Alicante (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a snap with Lufthansa. This popular carrier has direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
With a dependable 87.1% of services arriving as scheduled, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier operating FRA to ALC flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between FRA and ALC:
Barcelona Airport
Palma - Majorca Airport
Geneva Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Alicante Airport (ALC)
Currently, 79 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 133 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from FRA to ALC, reserve your journey one month before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time searching for cheap flights from FRA to ALC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Of all flights departing from Frankfurt am Main Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Alicante Airport (ALC)
Book a hotel close to ALC if you have a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Alicante Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and explore beyond Alicante's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Alicante Airport around one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante Airport (ALC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Alicante. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Alicante Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from FRA to ALC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometres north of Alicante, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Plaza del Pilar, La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar.
Around 483 kilometres north of Alicante, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.