Benidorm sits roughly an hour up the coast from Alicante Airport, and how you cover that distance can shape the first and last impression of your whole holiday. Here is an honest look at the main options.
Public bus
ALSA runs a regular bus service connecting Alicante Airport to Benidorm. It is usually the cheapest way to travel, and a reasonable option if you are travelling light, have no fixed schedule, and do not mind a shared ride with stops along the way. Fares and timetables change, so it is worth checking ALSA’s own site closer to your travel date. Keep in mind you will need to get yourself and your luggage from the terminal to the bus stop, and from the Benidorm bus station to your final accommodation.
Good for: solo travellers or couples with light luggage and a flexible schedule.
Taxi
Taxis are readily available at the airport rank and offer a door to door service without booking in advance. The trade-off is that fares are metered, so the price can vary depending on traffic and time of day, and you will not always know the exact cost until you arrive. It is a convenient option if your flight lands at an unusual hour or you decide on the spot.
Good for: last minute travel with no time to plan ahead.
Rental car
Renting a car gives you full flexibility once you land, which suits travellers planning to explore beyond Benidorm during their stay. It comes with its own costs to weigh up: fuel, parking (which can be limited or paid for in central Benidorm), tolls, and the adjustment of driving on unfamiliar roads after a flight.
Good for: longer stays with plans to visit multiple towns under your own steam.
Private transfer
A private transfer, like the ones we run at Costanova Transfer, sits between a taxi and pre-booking a fixed itinerary. You book online in advance, get a fixed price before you travel, and a driver meets you at arrivals and takes you directly to your accommodation in Benidorm, with no other passengers and no stops along the way.
Our Alicante Airport to Benidorm transfer is a flat €70, one way, in a private, fully electric Tesla. There is no meter, no negotiating, and no guessing what the final fare will be.
Good for: anyone who wants a predictable price and a direct ride, without the effort of arranging it after a long flight.
A quick comparison
| Option | Booked in advance | Price certainty | Direct to your door |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public bus | No | Low fare, but check current prices | No, requires a second leg |
| Taxi | No | Variable, metered | Yes |
| Rental car | Yes | Fixed rental cost plus extras | Yes, with parking |
| Private transfer (Costanova) | Yes | Fixed price agreed upfront | Yes |
Our take
If your priority is a relaxed start to your holiday, knowing your price and your pickup are sorted before you even board your flight, a private transfer removes the most stressful part of arrival day. If you are counting every euro and have time to spare, the bus is worth considering. If you plan to explore widely, a rental car earns its cost.
Whichever way you choose, Benidorm is well connected to Alicante Airport, and none of these options should leave you stuck.
Ready to book a fixed price transfer to Benidorm? See our Alicante Airport transfer options or book online now.
