ALC

Best window seat at Alicante

Which side of the plane?

Pick the window seat with the view. 13,500 routes answered — landmarks, coastlines and cities, wing by wing.

Taking offRIGHT

Alicante city and harbor, Santa Bárbara Castle on Mount Benacantil, Bay of Alicante coastline

LandingRIGHT

Santa Bárbara Castle on Mount Benacantil, Alicante marina and bay, Alicante city skyline

🛫 Taking Off from Alicante (ALC)

Best sideRight
WhyDeparting on runway 28 you climb out heading west, which puts the coastline to your right (north). That side gives you a great view of Alicante city, its harbor, the Santa Bárbara Castle atop Mount Benacantil, and the curve of the bay before the terrain turns to farmland and low hills inland.
Look forAlicante city and harbor, Santa Bárbara Castle on Mount Benacantil, Bay of Alicante coastline, distant Sierra de Aitana foothills

🛬 Landing at Alicante (ALC)

Best sideRight
WhyLanding on runway 28, the approach comes in from the east and turns onto final heading west, putting the coastline and Alicante city on the right side of the aircraft. Passengers get a good view of the Bay of Alicante, the Santa Bárbara Castle atop Mount Benacantil, and the marina before touchdown.
Look forSanta Bárbara Castle on Mount Benacantil, Alicante marina and bay, Alicante city skyline, Mediterranean coastline

Alicante-Elche Airport is a busy single-runway airport that handles heavy seasonal leisure traffic, particularly from UK and Northern European charter and low-cost carriers serving Costa Blanca resorts.

⛰️ Elevation144 ft
🛫 Runways1 (10/28)
✈️ HubRyanair
📍 NearbyRMU 45 miVLC 83 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Alicante (ALC)?

At Alicante in Alicante: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Right side. Notable views include: Alicante city and harbor, Santa Bárbara Castle on Mount Benacantil, Bay of Alicante coastline, distant Sierra de Aitana foothills.

What can I see during takeoff from Alicante in Alicante?

When taking off from Alicante (ALC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing on runway 28 you climb out heading west, which puts the coastline to your right (north). That side gives you a great view of Alicante city, its harbor, the Santa Bárbara Castle atop Mount Benacantil, and the curve of the bay before the terrain turns to farmland and low hills inland. Notable sights include: Alicante city and harbor, Santa Bárbara Castle on Mount Benacantil, Bay of Alicante coastline, distant Sierra de Aitana foothills.

What can I see when landing at Alicante in Alicante?

When landing at Alicante (ALC), sit on the Right side for the best views. Landing on runway 28, the approach comes in from the east and turns onto final heading west, putting the coastline and Alicante city on the right side of the aircraft. Passengers get a good view of the Bay of Alicante, the Santa Bárbara Castle atop Mount Benacantil, and the marina before touchdown. Notable sights include: Santa Bárbara Castle on Mount Benacantil, Alicante marina and bay, Alicante city skyline, Mediterranean coastline.

What factors affect the best window seat at Alicante?

The best window seat at Alicante (ALC) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Alicante (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.