Travelling from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Mexico City. Explore your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) when reserving your flight from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC).
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Mexico City. Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Mexico City to ALC.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Mexico City to ALC departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Here's where you could connect through:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The journey from central Mexico City to MEX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Benito Juarez International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Benito Juarez International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX land on time.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Relax before your Mexico City to ALC flight at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
67.58% of flights departing Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ALC:
Grab an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car and explore Alicante and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
The centre of Alicante is roughly 10 kilometres from Alicante-Elche Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so 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 Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Rs105,390 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport. A return flight starts at Rs201,946. These fares may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from Mexico City to ALC, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport ticket.
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Bag the best deal on a flight from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
February is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Alicante based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Mexico City to ALC flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Alicante to range from 22ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC.
More about Alicante
Start your Alicante trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Alicante-Elche Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Alicante Bay / Gulf Of Alicante, Castillo de Santa Barbara and Plaza de Espana are top sights which should be on any well-planned Alicante itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Cuenca is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Alicante. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Hanging Houses of Cuenca, Hanging Houses of Cuenca and Historic Walled Town of Cuenca.
Ibiza is another essential stop in Spain and is around 193 kilometres east of Alicante. No trip is complete without a visit to Platja d'en Bossa, Blue Ocean Ibiza and Playa de Ses Salines.
