Elizabeth, NJ EWR to Alicante ALC Flights

Alicante is within the Schengen Area. Passport and visa requirements depend on your nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 6 h between Elizabeth, NJ and Alicante all year round.

The best events to attend in Alicante include:

• Hogueras de San Juan, a festival featuring bonfires and fireworks to celebrate the summer solstice
• Alicante Carnival, a colorful parade with costumes and music held before Lent
• Festival de Cine de Alicante, an annual film festival showcasing national and international films
• Fiestas de las Hogueras, a celebration with traditional music, food, and elaborate sculptures.

The best holidays to experience in Alicante include:

• Semana Santa (Holy Week), significant religious observances and processions
• Día de la Comunidad Valenciana (October 9), celebration of regional identity with cultural events
• Navidad (Christmas), festive decorations and traditional markets
• Año Nuevo (New Year’s Day), local celebrations and gatherings.

The best seasons to visit Alicante are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Alicante is during April-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.