Traveling from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): What you need to know
Phoenix's main base, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC).
Alicante is eight hours ahead of Phoenix. Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Your flight from Phoenix to ALC 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 flying internationally.
If you're heading away during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Traveling from central Phoenix to SCF takes around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). It's a key transfer point for flights from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) departing Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
PHX is around 8 kilometers from central Phoenix. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Phoenix to ALC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport before your vacation officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82.57% of them arriving as expected.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Is around AZA 56 kilometers from central Phoenix. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 40 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rate of AZA is 78.65%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
The street address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Consider staying in a hotel near ALC if you're catching a late flight from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport. Select one of these options and call it a night faster:
Pick up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car and discover Alicante and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport flight.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
The center of Alicante is roughly 10 kilometers from Alicante-Elche Airport. Travel times by car rental or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
It typically takes 45 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Currently, $439 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $883. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Phoenix to ALC if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Alicante based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Phoenix to ALC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Alicante
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Alicante-Elche Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Alicante:
Alicante Bay / Gulf Of Alicante and Castillo de Santa Barbara are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Alicante must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Plaza de Espana.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Alicante, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Journey around 241 kilometers north-west to Cuenca to check off its popular sights. From Hanging Houses of Cuenca to Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Ibiza is another sought-after destination in Spain and is around 193 kilometers east of Alicante. No trip is complete without experiencing Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
