Flying from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Newquay.
Your NQY to ALC flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Alicante (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Spain!). Check out the direct flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering NQY to ALC flights is Ryanair. Its services arrive as scheduled 66.67% of the time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between NQY and ALC:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Dublin Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is C$46. A return plane ticket right now is C$88. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from NQY to ALC, reserve your journey eight months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from NQY to ALC.
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Handy information about Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)
64.34% of flights that depart Newquay Cornwall Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Newquay Cornwall Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Newquay. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to NQY:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ALC instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and explore beyond Alicante's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport to central Alicante has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Alicante in January.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Newquay Cornwall Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NQY to ALC in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Alicante, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Travel around 370 kilometres north to Zaragoza to check off its must-visit sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Spain, head for Logroño, roughly 483 kilometres north of Alicante. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are the start of reasons to visit.