Alicante Airport Arrivals Guide: Terminals, Taxis & Transfer Pickup

Alicante–Elche Airport (ALC) is the gateway to the Costa Blanca, handling over 18 million passengers a year. If it's your first time arriving, here's exactly what to expect — and how to find your AliGo Transfers driver in minutes.

The terminal

ALC has a single passenger terminal split across three levels: Arrivals (ground floor), Check-in (first floor), and Departures (second floor). Once you've collected your luggage, follow the green "Nothing to Declare" exit — this opens directly into the public arrivals hall.

Where your driver meets you

All AliGo Transfers drivers wait in the central meet-and-greet area opposite the arrivals exit, holding a sign with your name. You don't need to leave the terminal building. If your flight is delayed, don't worry — we track every flight automatically and your driver will adjust pickup time at no extra cost.

Taxis vs private transfer

Public taxis queue outside Arrivals on the south side. Fares to Benidorm or Calpe run €90–€120 unmetered, payable in cash, with no flight tracking and no fixed price guarantee. A pre-booked private transfer with AliGo is typically 20–30% cheaper, includes free child seats, and is paid up-front so there are no surprises.

Public transport options

The C-6 airport bus runs to Alicante city centre every 20 minutes (€4.85). For Benidorm and the northern Costa Blanca, the ALSA coach (line 50) departs roughly hourly. Both are budget-friendly but add 60–90 minutes vs a direct transfer, and don't run late at night.

Tips for a smooth arrival

• Save your driver's WhatsApp contact before you fly — we send it 24 hours before pickup.
• Switch your phone to airplane mode off as soon as you land; we'll message you on WhatsApp the moment you do.
• Bringing a baby? Request a car seat at booking — it's free.
• If you can't find your driver after 10 minutes, call us on the 24/7 number on your booking confirmation.