Flying from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport is located in Alicante. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Alicante.
Allow plenty of time to make your ALC to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from ALC to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 10 kilometers from central Alicante, ALC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to ALC? If you're catching an early flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
79% of flights that leave from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Istanbul
P5,151 is currently the best price for a one-way Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul flight. Return plane tickets start at P10,571. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from ALC to Istanbul. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometers from central Istanbul. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from ALC to Istanbul can help you get the lowest rate.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometers from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ALC to Istanbul flight:
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
February is the quietest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Istanbul, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are popular attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometers away to the east, popular attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometers southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
