Flights from Amsterdam to Alicante
Important information about Alicante
Before you fly from Amsterdam to Alicante, you'll probably want to know a bit more about this vibrant Spanish city. Alicante is located in the Spanish region of Valencia and is the capital of the province of Alicante. The city is located on the Mediterranean Sea and is often seen as the gateway to the famous seaside resorts on the Costa Blanca. The sun shines all year round in Alicante, so you will almost always be greeted by good weather. The best time to fly to Alicante is between May and October. During that time, you will be treated to lovely temperatures of above 20 °C during the day. Temperatures rise to around 30 °C in the summer months of July and August.
What you need to know about your flight from Amsterdam to Alicante
The flight time from Amsterdam to Alicante is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance Amsterdam - Alicante is approximately 2,000 km. Once landed, you can easily travel from Alicante Airport to the city centre by public transport. Take the bus and within half an hour you will be in there.
Book your flight Amsterdam - Alicante with Transavia
Flying from Amsterdam to Alicante with Transavia? Then you will enjoy our friendly service on board at an affordable price. It's best to book your flight tickets as far in advance as possible. This is often the best way to find the cheapest option. Not only that, ticket prices from Amsterdam to Alicante are usually cheaper between October and March than during the summer. So, what are you waiting for? Be quick and book your ticket now.
Airport of departure
Flight time
A flight from Amsterdam to Alicante takes about 02:40 hours.
Airport of arrival
Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport
Time zone
UTC +1 (summer time +2). It is 1 hour ahead of the United Kingdom.
Currency
The currency used in Spain is the Euro (EUR).
The best activities in Alicante
Wondering what you can do in Alicante? Here are our top tips:
- Costa Blanca
A beautiful coastline, white beaches, and stunning blue sea. Unwind on 1 of the gorgeous beaches in the beautiful Costa Blanca.
- El Barrio
Stroll through El Barrio, the historic part of Alicante. Wander along the narrow streets and walk past the colourful houses. Many of them are decorated with beautiful mosaic tiles.
- Santa Bárbara Castle
Go up the Santa Bárbara Castle. This gigantic castle looks high over the city and stands on Mount Benacantil. Going on a brisk walk, or taking the lift? Either way, you'll have a great view!
- Mercado Central
Pay the Mercado Central a visit. This is a popular market among locals, but is sometimes overlooked by tourists. It's a great place to experience the local culture and find some special souvenirs to take home.
- Castillo de San Fernando
Delve into the history of Castillo de San Fernando. You will also get a magnificent view of the city and its surroundings from the castle. What makes it such a great sight to visit is that it's a lot less touristy. You will also find several exhibits in the castle itself that highlight its history and that of the region.
