Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun is six hours behind Alicante and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your ALC to CUN flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cancun International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between ALC and CUN:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Paris Orly Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is 350 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 638 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from ALC to CUN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cancun International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ALC to CUN.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Of the flights that depart from Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to ALC? If you're catching an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CUN if you have a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Cancun International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun International Airport, Cancun is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cancun International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a visit to Merida will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
Campeche is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No journey is complete without a visit to Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.