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Quick Flight Summary from San Diego to Alicante

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Direct flight duration 28 hour 20 min
  • Arrival airports ALC
  • Best days to book Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $488

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Alicante

Shortest Flight

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
1 Oct, Thu
San Diego – Alicante
1d 11h 50m
1 stop
SANALC

Last update: 05 September 2026 01:14

Estimated Prices for San Diego to Alicante Flights

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Transportation to Airport from San Diego City Center

San Diego Intl. Airport

San Diego International Airport is located 5 kilometres from the city centre, which is approximately a 10-minute drive. You can choose a variety of transportation options, including the metrobus and taxi.

Taxi

Taxis are the most commonly used mode of transportation to and from the airport. You can reach your hotel, the city centre, or any other destination comfortably by using a taxi. Taxi fares for travel to nearby neighbourhoods are generally low, however, it is important to keep in mind that taxi drivers receive a tip of up to 15%.

Metrobus

The metrobus, which is commonly referred to as ‘The Flyer’, can take you to the airport from specific bus stations in the city centre. There is also sufficient luggage space available in the metrobus. This is an easy and cheap mode of transportation.  

Shuttle Services

The shuttle service is another mode of transportation for those planning to travel to the airport from the city centre. If you want to get around the problem of transportation in a comfortable way, the shuttle service is an option to consider.   

Private Vehicle

Using your private vehicle is another option. The airport is located along Interstate 5 (I-5). You can drive to the airport by taking the State Route 163 (SR 163), the Interstate 8 (I-8), the I-15, and then by following directions. You can also park your vehicle at the airport’s car park area, but do note that car park fees are charged by the number of hours, days, and months.

Airport Information

There are many ways to spend your time at San Diego International Airport. You can purchase gifts at reasonable prices for those you care about at the Duty Free Americas, Gaslamp MarketPlace, InMotion Entertainment, and other stores inside the Terminal 2 building.

You can consider eating and drinking at the likes of Urban Crave, Tommy V's Pizzeria, and Starbucks. If you have time to spare before your flight, you can take advantage and relax at the spa saloon inside the terminal building.  

Transportation to Alicante City Center from Airport

Alicante Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport

There are many alternatives for travelling to the city center from Alicante Airport. You can rent a car at the airport or get on a taxi. Benefitting from the airport shuttle service of your hotel is another option. Those who prefer using a means of public transportation can get on a bus.

Taxi

There are taxis waiting for their passengers daylong outside the baggage claim area. Travelling to the city center from Alicante Airport by taxi costs about 20 Euro.

Car Rental    

Centauro, Hertz, Goldcar, Sixt, Record Go, Europcar and Avis car rental companies have their offices at Alicante Airport. You should drive southward on the road N332 to reach Alicante city center from the airport. This road is quite enjoyable since it offers a fantastic sea view during the travel. If you don’t want to use the car yourself or you don’t have an international driver's license, you can rent a car with a driver from AeroCity which you find on the first floor of the airport.

Bus

Yellow C-6 buses, which depart from the airport every 20 minutes, pass through all important points of the city including the central railway station. The buses operate from 06:00 am to 11:00 pm. One-way ticket price is 3.85 Euro and you can buy the ticket from the driver. Those travelling to Elche and Torrellano region can get on the bus route 1A and passengers going to Arenales del Sol region can get on the bus route 1B. Ticket price of these routes are 1.50 Euro. Passengers travelling to more distant regions can use the green Intercity bus routes.

Hotel Shuttle

There are many accommodation centers in Alicante and most of them offer shuttle service for their guests. You can benefit from this service by making a reservation in advance. You should keep in mind that hotels demand extra amount for this service.

Alicante Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Thursday
10 Sep
Cloudy
27°21°
Today
Friday
11 Sep
Clear
28°20°
Saturday
12 Sep
Clear
28°19°
Sunday
13 Sep
Clear
29°22°
Monday
14 Sep
Cloudy
29°20°

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Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for San Diego-Alicante flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all San Diego-Alicante flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For San Diego-Alicante flights, you can use San Diego Intl. Airport, McClellan Palomar Airport, Marine Corps Miramar Airport, NAS North Island Airport as departure airport, and Alicante Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between San Diego-Alicante is 9758 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 12 hour 10 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for San Diego-Alicante flights is Tuesday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with JetBlue starts from approximately $702.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
JetBlue
$702
1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment

Last update: 28.08.2026

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