Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Alicante.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ALC to CPT flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between ALC and CPT:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Currently, ر.ق. 1,688 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 2,346. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ALC to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cape Town International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ALC to CPT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
73.22% of flights that leave from Alicante-Elche Airport land at their destination on time.
Alicante-Elche Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ALC:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're getting in on a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CPT:
Follow your own route with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and find adventure across Cape Town and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you'll want to see. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Worcester is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without dropping by Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
