The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) has now been fully operational across the Schengen Area for over four weeks, following its final mandatory implementation date on 10 April 2026. For passengers arriving at Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport from outside the Schengen zone, including the United Kingdom, this transition marks a significant shift in border procedures. The […]

There is a glimmer of hope for travellers at Alicante-Elche Airport. Following several days of disruption, the trade unions CCOO, UGT, and USO have officially suspended their planned industrial action for this Friday, 10th April. This suspension follows a similar pause on Wednesday, providing a much-needed window for dialogue. Union representatives are meeting with management […]

Updated 01/04/2026 If you are planning to fly via Alicante Airport this Easter, you should be aware of the current strike action. Who is striking? Originally, workers from two ground handling companies, Groundforce and Menzies, had called for walkouts. However, following a mediation deal reached on 31st March, the Menzies strike has been officially called […]

If you’re heading to the Costa Blanca this month, you might find your flight arrival or departure times look a little different from usual. Aena, the Spanish airport authority, is investing over €15.7 million in a major infrastructure upgrade at Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport. To get the job done, the airport is taking the unusual […]

Amber Weather Warnings Issued The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has activated an amber alert for the entire province of Alicante. Forecasters are predicting exceptionally strong north-westerly winds, with gusts expected to exceed 90 km/h. In more exposed areas and higher altitudes, these could reach hurricane-force speeds of up to 150 km/h. The most volatile period […]

Alicante Airport Records Its Busiest January Ever with 1.1 Million Passengers Alicante Airport has kicked off 2026 on a high note, recording its busiest January ever as more than 1.1 million passengers travelled through the terminal during the month. Passenger numbers rose by almost 5% compared with January last year, highlighting continued demand for the […]

A Record-Breaking Year for Alicante–Elche Airport Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport came remarkably close to a historic milestone in 2025, handling almost 20 million passengers over the course of the year. With just under 50,000 travellers separating the airport from the 20-million threshold, the figures confirm 2025 as the strongest year in the airport’s history. Compared […]

Drone Forces Temporary Closure at Alicante Airport Passengers travelling via Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport on Monday night (27th of October 2025) faced significant disruption when a drone was spotted flying dangerously close to the runway. The incident occurred shortly before 9 p.m., prompting airport authorities to suspend all operations for safety reasons. In line with […]

Alicante-Elche Airport Set for Record Growth and Major Investment Record-Breaking Passenger Numbers Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport is on track to reach a new milestone in 2025, with forecasts suggesting it will exceed 20 million passengers for the first time in its history. Between January and September 2025, the airport handled over 15.3 million travellers, an […]

Heavy rain and storms linked to DANA Alice have prompted Spain’s State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) to issue a red warning for the south of Alicante and parts of Murcia. The alert, which came into force at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, 10 October, warns of torrential rain and potential flash flooding. AEMET described the situation as […]