Cheap Flights from Alicante to Istanbul Starting at $46

The Alicante — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 11 in total, including EasyJet, Vueling, Iberia, Jet2.com, Wizz Air, Ryanair, LC Busre SAC, Air Nostrum, Volotea, Air Europa, and Scandinavian Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $46. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) functions as the region’s main international gateway, handling a mix of legacy carriers and many low-cost airlines that typically drive competitive fares. It sits about 9–13 km south of central Alicante, with travel times usually around 15–25 minutes by car depending on traffic. Regular C-6/C-2 bus lines connect the airport to the city center in roughly 20–30 minutes for modest fares, while taxis and ride‑hailing services take 15–25 minutes and can be pricier, especially during peak season. The airport’s compact layout can make transfers straightforward and quick, though peak periods may mean longer queues and limited lounge options compared with larger European hubs.

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Turkey’s main international hub and the larger, more modern gateway for long-haul and many transfer flights, serving full-service carriers like Turkish Airlines alongside many international airlines. It lies about 40–50 km northwest of the historic city center; travel time to Sultanahmet or Taksim is typically 40–70 minutes by car depending on traffic. Public transport options include the M11 metro (connecting to the city), HAVAIST and IETT airport buses (roughly 60–90 minutes) with fares usually in a mid-range bracket for public services. Pros: extensive amenities, frequent connections and newer facilities; cons: greater distance to central neighborhoods and potentially longer transfer times in heavy traffic. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) mainly functions as Istanbul’s secondary international and budget-friendly gateway, popular with low-cost carriers and regional flights as well as some scheduled full-service services. It is located on the city’s Asian side, about 35–45 km from the historic peninsula; expect 45–70 minutes by car to central areas, though journeys can be shorter off-peak. Transport options include the Havatas/HAVAIST express buses and private shuttles, plus a metro extension underway that can change times; fares tend to be slightly cheaper than premium airport express services. Pros: closer to some Asian-side neighborhoods and often lower fares; cons: fewer long-haul connections and more limited transfer infrastructure compared with IST.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Alicante to Istanbul is $46 (December 2025), while the maximum is $169 (April 2026). On average, a ticket costs $113–$258.