Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Alicante is one hour ahead of Faro and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your FAO to ALC flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between FAO and ALC:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Faro Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is £48. A round-trip fare right now is £97. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from FAO to ALC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Faro Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from FAO to ALC.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Faro Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
When it comes to Faro Airport's on-time performance, 76.66% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Faro Airport from central Faro, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near FAO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Faro Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Faro Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALC instead:
Hit the road running by picking up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and explore beyond Alicante's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
From Alicante-Elche Airport, Alicante is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Alicante. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Faro Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport for August if you'd like to go to Alicante during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FAO to ALC in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've visited Alicante, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Journey about 230 miles north to Zaragoza to tick off its top sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 300 miles north of Alicante, Logroño is another favourite 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.
