What Covid-testing options are available when flying from Alicante Airport?
The facility at Alicante Airport is no longer operational. If you require a Covid test for travel from Alicante Airport, you will need to arrange this elsewhere, before you travel.
International air travel has become a lot easier again. Now that Covid is no longer considered a global health emergency, you are unlikely to require a Covid test for air travel. However, you may still choose to undergo testing for personal reassurance.
There are still a lot of places that offer Covid-tests in Alicante. We have listed a few examples below but there should be plenty of other options, if none of these are convenient for you. If you are not staying in Alicante, you will also be able to find a test provider that is more local to you.
Dua Clinic Av. Santander 21, Local 3 Playa de San Juan Alicante +34 611 559 150 [email protected] Website | Democratest Alicante Avda. de la Estación, 5 Local 39 CC Bulevar Plaza Alicante [email protected] Website | Alilab Salud Centro Valdés, 6 Alicante Alilab Salud Norte Escoto,45 Bajo Alicante Tel +34 966 307 599 [email protected] Website |
Policlínica Maio Avda. Maestro José Garberí Serrano, 11 To 1, Lc 1B 03540 Alicante Tel +34 966 667 315 Website | Centro Médico Asisa Alicante Av. de la Constitución, 14 Alicante Tel +34 900 101 021 Website | LTS Salud Alicante Angel Lozano 12, Bajo Alicante Tel +34 965 302 839 [email protected] Website |
The most commonly available Covid tests are as follows:
This is a very sensitive test which is generally thought to yield accurate results. It is more expensive than an antigen test and you may need to wait longer to obtain your results.
An antigen test (also called lateral flow test) is usually a lot cheaper than a PCR and results can often be obtained within 15 – 30 minutes. This type of test is less accurate than a PCR.
Covid-tests required for travel will need to be paid for privately. The cost can differ significantly between the different providers, so it is worth shopping around. PCR- tests are more expensive and may range between €50 – €110. Antigen tests are cheaper and may cost anything between €25 – €45.
Test | Pricing |
PCR | Range roughly between € 50 – € 110 |
Antigen (lateral flow) | Range roughly between € 25 – € 45 |
For further information on the topic, please also see our pages:
Airport safety guidance for travelling during Covid-19
Covid-19 certificates needed for travelling to Alicante Airport
How Covid-safe is Alicante Airport?
Covid-rules when travelling from Alicante Airport to England