Flying from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) taking off from here.
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Johannesburg. Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Johannesburg to ALC.
During high season, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Johannesburg to ALC leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
77.1% of flights leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The drive from central Johannesburg to HLA usually takes 50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 48 kilometres.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Johannesburg to ALC flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Book a hotel close to ALC if you're catching a late flight from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Pick up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car and explore Alicante and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport flight.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Alicante. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
At the moment, Rs96,483 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs209,164. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Johannesburg to ALC. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Johannesburg to ALC couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as prices go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport.
The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Alicante based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Johannesburg to ALC flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC and 16ºC.
More about Alicante
Start your Alicante trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Alicante-Elche Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Alicante Bay / Gulf Of Alicante, Castillo de Santa Barbara and Plaza de Espana are attractions you won't want to skip in Alicante.
Explore more of Spain
Cuenca is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Alicante. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca.
Ibiza is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 193 kilometres east of Alicante. No trip is complete without visiting Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
