Airport operator Aena is planning to introduce a fast-track baggage drop service in June, just as peak summer travel begins. The change means passengers with hold luggage can use a separate priority lane instead of waiting in the standard check-in queue.
In simple terms, it allows travellers to drop their bags off faster and head straight to security.
The service is expected to come with an extra charge, although the price has not yet been confirmed.
Passengers should be able to book the option through participating airlines or arrange access at the airport, depending on how it is rolled out.
Alicante is one of the main gateways to the Costa Blanca and handles millions of passengers each year, including large numbers from the UK.
During the summer months, especially at weekends and in school holidays, check-in queues can build up quickly when several flights depart close together.
While Aena says waiting times are generally manageable, demand rises sharply in peak periods.
The new lane is designed to ease some of that pressure and give passengers another option if they want to move through the airport more quickly.
For families travelling with children, passengers on tight schedules or those arriving by coach transfer, saving time at check-in could make a big difference.
Business travellers flying in and out of Alicante for short trips may also welcome a faster start to their journey.
The dedicated area is expected to be set up near the main check-in counters and clearly signposted.
Travellers planning to fly from Alicante this summer may want to check with their airline closer to departure to see if the fast-track baggage drop is available and how much it costs.
