Arrival & Departure Tips · Facilities · Getting to Ciudad Quesada

Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) is the nearest international airport to Ciudad Quesada, located about 40–45 minutes away by car. Whether you’re flying in for your holiday or heading home, here’s everything you need to know for a smooth journey.

🛬 Arriving at Alicante Airport

✅ What to Expect

• Terminal: One main terminal (modern & well-signed)
• Passport Control: Quick for most EU flights, longer during peak season
• Baggage Claim: Clearly marked with large information screens
• Exit/Arrivals Hall: After customs, you’ll enter a wide arrivals area with car hire desks, cafés, and taxi ranks

🚖 Taxi or Transfer Pickup

• Official taxis wait outside the arrivals hall
• If you’ve pre-booked a transfer, look for your driver holding a name sign inside the arrivals area

🧳 Tips for Arrival

• Luggage trolleys: Free, and available just before baggage belts
• SIM cards: Available from vending machines or airport shops
• Cash machines: Located after arrivals and in departures

🧭 Directions to Ciudad Quesada from Alicante Airport

Ciudad Quesada is located just 38 km (approx. 40–45 minutes) south of the airport.

🚗 By Car

• Exit the airport onto the N-338, then take the AP-7 motorway (toll-free southbound)
• Exit at Exit 740 (Torrevieja Norte / Rojales)
• Follow signs to Ciudad Quesada / Rojales

🗺️ Directions via Google Maps

🚐 By Private Transfer

Book in advance with local companies such as:

• Quesada Transfers – Website
• Beniconnect – Website

🚕 By Taxi

• Cost to Quesada: Approx. €55–€70
• Make sure the taxi is airport registered and metered

🧳 Departing from Alicante Airport

🕑 When to Arrive

• Short-haul flights: Arrive 2 hours before
• Long-haul / non-Schengen: Allow 3 hours during summer

🛂 Security & Passport

• Security can move quickly, but queues grow after 9:00 am
• Passport control is AFTER security for non-EU flights

🛍️ Duty-Free & Shops

• Big Duty-Free store after security
• Shops include Zara, Sunglass Hut, Relay, and WHSmith
• Local food & souvenirs: Turrón, saffron, wine

🍽️ Food & Drink

• Cafés & Restaurants: Costa Coffee, Subway, Burger King, Lavazza, Food Gallery
• Seating areas throughout departure zone with charging points

✈️ Gate Information

• Gates open approx. 40 minutes before departure
• Boarding closes 20 minutes before departure

🚗 Car Hire at Alicante Airport

All major rental companies are located within the terminal (no shuttle needed):

• Europcar
• Goldcar
• Sixt
• Hertz
• Avis/Budget

🗺️ Car hire desks are on the lower floor near arrivals.

🚍 Other Transport Options

🚌 Airport Bus

• No direct bus to Ciudad Quesada
• Buses go to Torrevieja every 1–2 hours
• Torrevieja Airport Bus Info

🚘 Driving Tip

• Roads to Quesada are well signed and motorway tolls have been removed
• Fuel stations available along AP-7 and in Rojales/Quesada

✅ Final Travel Tips

• Documents: Keep boarding passes and passports handy at all times
• Mobile check-in: Recommended to avoid desk queues
• Water bottles: Bring an empty bottle to refill after security
• Parking: Long-stay and short-stay parking available at the airport
• Assistance: Special assistance is available for those who pre-book with airlines or the airport directly