Exeter to Alicante Flights

A Flight from Exeter Airport

Exeter Airport is located four miles east of Exeter city. Airlines operating from the airport include Thomson, Thomas Cook, Air Malta, Air Transat, Flybe, and the Isles of Scilly Skybus. If you intend flying from Exeter Airport, visit ebookers, where you can compare flights and find the best available airfare.

Parking Facilities at the Airport

The airport has facilities for short- and long-term parking. The P1 Short Stay, fifty yards from the terminal, charges ₤35 for up to a full day. The P2 Long Stay Premium Parking, seventy-five yards from the terminal, charges ₤17 for up to a full day, ₤119 for a week, and ₤221 for a fortnight. The P3 Long Stay Standard Rate, 200 yards from the terminal, is served by a shuttle bus on demand. Fees are ₤14.20 for up to a full day, ₤73.50 for a week, and ₤105.50 for a fortnight. The P4 Long Stay Standard Rate, 800 yards from the terminal, is served by a shuttle bus on demand. Fees are the same as P3. Parking for up to one hour is ₤2 in all parking lots. The shuttle buses charge 10 pence to the terminal. A 30 percent discount is available on all parking fees for on-line advanced bookings.

How to Reach Exeter Airport

If traveling by rail, alight at either Exeter Central or Exeter St. David's stations, which are both about five miles from the airport. A closer train station is Digby and Sowton, which is about two and a half miles from the airport. Bus number 56 runs between Exeter St. Davids rail station, the bus station, and the airport, with fare at about ₤5. If you prefer a taxi from the city centre to the airport, it will cost about ₤20.

Where to Eat at the Airport

There is a nice selection of eateries at Exeter Airport, so leave extra time to enjoy a meal or snack. Hot breakfasts, sandwiches, and snacks can be found at the airside restaurant, while the airside café offers espresso-based coffees, toasted paninis, ciabattas, sandwiches, and sweet snacks. If you booked your flight at ebookers, you can leave Exeter Airport knowing you are traveling at a great price.

Alicante Airport

Alicante Airport is the sixth-busiest in Spain, providing services for the Province of Alicante from a location about 5.6 miles from the south-western edge of the city. Both domestic and international flights operate through Alicante, provided by airlines such as Ryanair, Air Berlin, and easyJet.

Transportation from the Airport

Transportation into Alicante from the airport is provided by city bus and taxi. The C-6 bus to the city centre leaves the airport terminal every twenty minutes and costs €2.70. Taxi services are provided by Radio Taxi Elche, which provides service to Alicante for approximately €19, not counting any toll fees encountered along the way. The fare rises to €21 during the night on Sundays and during holidays. The official taxis can be identified by a green stripe and the city's coat of arms on the doors.

The Weather in Alicante

The weather in Alicante is typical for the Mediterranean region, with hot summers and mild winters. From November to April, the high temperature tends to average between 16°C and 20°C. During the summer months, temperatures can rise as high as 30°C. Dress should be light to moderate jackets during the winter and generally light clothing during the summer.

Things to Do in Alicante

Due to the mild winters, Alicante is comfortable year round. The best times to visit the city though, are during summer and early fall when temperatures are at their most hospitable. During the summer, visitors can enjoy the Alicante Summer Festival, which is held in July and August. The Las Hogueras de San Juan at the end of June also offers a good time for travellers, with street parties and firework displays taking place, as well as a parade. For cheaper accommodation, travellers should visit the city during winter. Flights to Alicante, as well as hotel rooms, can be reserved online using ebookers.