Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is 8 hours ahead of Alicante, where Alicante-Elche Airport is located. Seoul operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from ALC to Seoul. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from ALC to Seoul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You will need an ETA for South Korea if you have a passport from Spain and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Seoul, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Alicante to ALC takes about 47 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near ALC:
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Seoul
ج.م. 14,850 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Seoul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 30,091. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ALC to Seoul. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 44 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ICN if you have a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Seoul. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
If you're staying in Seoul's centre (or just want to see the sights straight away), the city is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). See if you can spot any information desks to help direct you after hopping off your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Seoul.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near GMP. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from ALC to Seoul:
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Seoul. July is the busiest month for a trip to Seoul. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Seoul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for cheap flights from ALC to Seoul sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Seoul, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Seoul.
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