Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport
Airport Airport
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) is the main airport serving Alicante province and the Costa Blanca. It handles a high volume of seasonal international and low‑cost carrier traffic, especially during the summer months.
The terminal layout is a single passenger terminal with a main concourse serving both Schengen and non‑Schengen flights; check‑in, security and passport control are organised within the same building.
Terminal Guide for Alicante‑Elche Miguel Hernández Airport #
The airport operates from a single main terminal building with separate areas for Schengen and non‑Schengen departures. Retail, food outlets and services are concentrated in the central public and airside areas.
Gates are within the same terminal and walking distances are generally short; some charter operations use remote stands at busy times.
Getting to and From Alicante‑Elche Miguel Hernández Airport #
Main options to Alicante city and surrounding resorts are train, bus, taxi and private transfer; travel time to Alicante city centre is typically 15-30 minutes depending on route.
- Rail/metro: The airport has a tram/train connection (Cercanías/tram) linking to Alicante and other coastal towns; journey times vary by service.
- Buses: Regular buses serve the airport and link to Alicante and coastal resorts; seasonal services increase in summer.
- Taxis: Official taxis operate from the arrivals rank; travel to Alicante city takes about 15-30 minutes.
- Driving: The airport is close to the AP‑7 and N‑332 roads; car hire and parking are available on site.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Alicante‑Elche Miguel Hernández Airport #
The terminal offers a range of services geared to holiday travellers: duty‑free, cafes, restaurants and travel shops.
- Wi‑Fi: Public Wi‑Fi is typically available for passengers.
- Lounges: There are airline and pay‑per‑use lounge options for premium travellers.
- Charging & accessibility: Power outlets, ATMs, currency exchange and accessibility assistance are provided.
Tips for Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport #
- If travelling to Alicante city or nearby resorts, check the seasonal bus schedules - some coastal destinations have less frequent services off‑season.
- Taxis from the arrivals forecourt to Alicante city should use the official ranks; fares vary by destination and time of day.
- The airport can be busy in summer; consider arriving early for security and baggage drop if flying with a holiday carrier.
Weather & Climate near Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport #
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 50 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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