Valencia Airport (VLC): Gateway to Northern Costa Blanca & Beyond

Valencia Airport (Aeropuerto de Valencia – VLC) is the second major international airport serving the Costa Blanca region. While not as busy as Alicante, it’s a fantastic arrival point for those heading to Denia, Jávea, Moraira, Calpe, Altea, and other northern towns — as well as the vibrant city of Valencia itself.

Whether you’re planning a holiday or relocating, this guide covers everything from transfers to nearby destinations, airlines, and local tips.

👉 Link: Airport in Alicante

🗺️ Location & Overview

Valencia Airport is located in Manises, just 8 km west of Valencia city centre. Its modern, compact layout makes it easy to navigate, especially for first-time visitors.

Quick Facts:

• Official name: Aeropuerto de Valencia (VLC)

• Passengers (2023): Over 9 million

• Main routes: UK, Germany, Italy, France, domestic Spain

• Closest Costa Blanca towns: Denia, Jávea, Calpe, Altea, Moraira

While Alicante–Elche remains the main gateway for the Costa Blanca, Valencia is ideal for reaching the northern part of the region.

🌍 Popular Destinations & Airlines

Valencia Airport serves both low-cost carriers and full-service airlines, including:

• Ryanair, easyJet, Vueling, Transavia, Lufthansa, Iberia, Air France

Top connections:

• London, Manchester, Paris, Milan, Brussels, Frankfurt

• Domestic flights to Madrid, Palma, Seville, Ibiza

Thanks to solid connections, it’s a great alternative for both tourists and digital nomads.

🚖 Getting to and from Valencia Airport

🚇 Metro

One of the best features of Valencia Airport is the direct metro link to the city.

• Metro lines 3 and 5 connect the airport with the centre in about 25 minutes.

• Tickets cost ~€4.90 and trains run every 10–20 minutes.

🚖 Taxi

Taxis are readily available outside arrivals.

Approximate fares:

• Valencia city: €20–25

• Denia: €110–120

• Jávea: €120–130

• Calpe: €130–140

• Altea / Benissa: €140–150

• Moraira: €150–160

TIP: For long-distance destinations, private transfers or rental cars are more cost-effective.

🚌 Buses

There are regular buses to Valencia city and connections to nearby towns.

For Costa Blanca destinations, you can take:

• A metro or bus to Valencia Estació Nord

• Then transfer to Alsa or Avanza coach services

🚗 Car Hire

Car rental desks are located in the arrivals hall, offering major brands such as Europcar, Avis, Sixt, and Goldcar. Highly recommended if you’re heading to towns not well connected by public transport.

👉 Link: Costa Blanca Public Transport

🅿️ Parking at Valencia Airport

Valencia Airport offers:

• Short-term parking (P1): Directly opposite arrivals

• Long-stay parking: Ideal for multi-day trips

• Express drop-off zone: Free for a limited time

Book online in advance for better rates.

♿ Accessibility & Services

The airport is wheelchair accessible with elevators, ramps, and dedicated services for travelers with reduced mobility (book 48h in advance).

Other amenities include:

• Free Wi-Fi

• ATMs and currency exchange

• Cafes, shops & duty-free

• Car rental counters

• Tourist info point

🧳 Traveller Tips

• Metro is the quickest and cheapest way into Valencia city

• Long-distance transfers are best handled with private transfers or car hire

• Book your rental car in advance during holidays and summer

• Arrive 2 hours early for flights — it’s smaller than Alicante but still gets busy

🧭 Towns & Destinations Near Valencia Airport

✅ Editor’s Conclusion

❓Frequently Asked Questions