Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Alicante is one hour ahead of Glasgow and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Take your pick of 15 weekly Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flights. The 06:15 departure with Jet2 is the earliest flight you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 21:05.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your GLA to ALC flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
You can travel nonstop to Alicante, Spain. Prepare for takeoff with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier that offers GLA to ALC flights, with 75.86% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between GLA and ALC:
Birmingham International Airport
Dublin Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Currently, £13 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £29. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from GLA to ALC by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from GLA to ALC.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of the flights that depart from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near GLA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Consider staying in a hotel near ALC if you're taking a late Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and chase adventure across Alicante and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 9 miles from the centre of Alicante. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Alicante based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport for August if you want to visit Alicante during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to ALC in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Spain you should also see. About 230 miles north of Alicante, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Logroño is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 300 miles north of Alicante. No journey is complete without a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.