Flying from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Shannon.
Take your pick of three weekly Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Ryanair is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 18:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SNN to ALC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Alicante (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates SNN to ALC flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SNN and ALC:
Birmingham International Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shannon Airport (SNN) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
At the moment, $40 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $81. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from SNN to ALC, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Picking up cheap flights from SNN to ALC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Shannon Airport (SNN)
Of the departures from Shannon Airport, 66.14% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Shannon to Shannon Airport is around 5 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near SNN? If you're catching an early flight from Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Reserve a hotel near ALC if you're taking a late Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and venture far and wide through Alicante and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 14 kilometers from the center of Alicante. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The quietest month for a flight from Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Alicante based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Shannon Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SNN to ALC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. About 370 kilometers north of Alicante, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 483 kilometers north of Alicante, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.