Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Alicante's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Nice.
To ensure you get on your NCE to ALC flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Flying into Alicante (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a breeze with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is easyJet.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between NCE and ALC:
Ibiza Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Right now, £23 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £40. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book ten months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from NCE to ALC.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cote D'Azur Airport, data shows 74.5% of flights complete their journey on time.
Cote D'Azur Airport is about 5 miles from central Nice. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near NCE:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ALC instead:
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 providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Alicante. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Cote D'Azur Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from NCE to ALC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Alicante. Around 230 miles away to the north, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Spain, head for Logroño, roughly 300 miles north of Alicante. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are among its highlights.