Flying from Cork Airport (ORK) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Alicante is one hour ahead of Cork and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from three weekly Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Ryanair is the earliest flight available. Ryanair operates the latest service of the day at 18:10.
To ensure you get on your ORK to ALC flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Alicante — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair ranks as the leading on-time carrier for ORK to ALC flights, with 82.76% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between ORK and ALC:
London Gatwick Airport
Stansted Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cork Airport (ORK) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is ر.ق. 145. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 299. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from ORK to ALC, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ORK to ALC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Cork Airport (ORK)
Of the flights that depart from Cork Airport, 70.51% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Cork to Cork Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ORK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you're coming in on a late Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ALC:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and venture far and wide through Alicante and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Alicante-Elche Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport to the centre of Alicante has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The quietest month for a flight from Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Alicante based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Cork Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ORK to ALC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Alicante, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 370 kilometres north to Zaragoza to check off its leading sights. From Puente de Piedra to Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering 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 among its highlights.
