Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Cork's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Cork one hour behind Alicante.
Choose from three weekly Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport flights. The 09:55 departure with Ryanair is the earliest you can take. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 21:35.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ALC to ORK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Ryanair is your gateway to discovering Cork (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Ireland!). Browse the direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating ALC to ORK flights. An exceptional 93.1% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between ALC and ORK:
Manchester Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Bristol Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Cork Airport (ORK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport flight is ر.ق. 146. A round-trip ticket is currently ر.ق. 293. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from ALC to ORK, book your journey six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Picking up cheap flights from ALC to ORK is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Alicante-Elche Airport, data shows 73.22% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ALC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ORK instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Cork Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and chase adventure across Cork and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cork Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
From Cork Airport, Cork is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Cork based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Cork is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Cork Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ALC to ORK sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is just one of the many cities in Ireland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cork. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.
Around 209 kilometres north-east of Cork, Tallaght is another favourite stop in Ireland. Start your sightseeing at Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.