Travelling from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-5. The city is six hours behind Alicante, where Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your ALC to New York flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from ALC to New York with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Alicante, ALC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near ALC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to New York
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York flight is $584. The cheapest price for a return flight is $704. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from ALC to New York, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even better deal on cheap flights from ALC to New York.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to the centre of New York takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Booking your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from ALC to New York can help you secure the lowest rate.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Following your ALC to New York flight, rest your head at a hotel close to EWR. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Score the best price by reserving your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
You'll find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Hop off your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York and head for your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and usually takes 30 minutes to drive there.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel near LGA. Get settled at one of these options after your ALC to New York flight:
Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York is a good time to book your ride from LGA. You're likely to find a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.
The street address for New York LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
December is the quietest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to New York based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in New York right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to New York:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are essential stops on your New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Boston, about 306 kilometres northeast of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum are among the biggest draws.