Flights to Alicante

Explore the best deals

Discover the cheapest flights to Alicante
Filter by
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Popular flight routes to Alicante

London
Flights from Londonto Alicante
127£
120£
Prime price per passenger
Manchester
Flights from Manchesterto Alicante
15£
Prime price per passenger
Leeds Bradford
Flights from Leeds Bradfordto Alicante
136£
132£
Prime price per passenger
Glasgow
Flights from Glasgowto Alicante
79£
76£
Prime price per passenger
Birmingham
Flights from Birminghamto Alicante
20£
Prime price per passenger
Bristol
Flights from Bristolto Alicante
50£
48£
Prime price per passenger

How long is the flight to Alicante?

If you’re planning to fly to Alicante, we at eDreams have analysed the most popular routes to help you plan your journey. From Bristol, the flight takes approximately 2h 32m; from London, around 2h 37m; and from Birmingham, about 2h 39m.
Flight Time (in hours)
BristolLondonBirminghamManchesterGlasgow
0h 1h 2h 3h 4h
2h 32m
2h 37m
2h 39m
2h 48m
3h 8m

How much does a flight to Alicante cost?

At eDreams you can find flights from Glasgow to Alicante starting from £8, with an average price of £69. If you depart from other cities such as Manchester, you can find tickets from £11, and from London starting from £15, according to data from the last 72 hours.
Filter by
GlasgowManchesterLondonBirminghamLiverpool
£69
£51
£47
£74
£75
GlasgowCheapest
Cheapest Price: £8
Cheapest
Average

Book your cheap flights to Alicante

When you fly to Alicante, you arrive at Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC), the main airport of the Costa Blanca. It is about 9km from the city centre.

Over the last few days, the cheapest flight to Alicante found on eDreams was £15. Fares change with your dates, so comparing a few days around your trip can find you a lower price.

When to visit Alicante

Alicante has mild winters and hot, dry summers, and its festivals mark the calendar:

  • March to May: warm, sunny days before the summer crowds, and at Easter the Holy Week processions wind through the old streets of Santa Cruz
  • June: the sea is warm enough for swimming, and the Hogueras de San Juan, the city's biggest festival, end with giant figures burnt in the streets in late June
  • July and August: the hottest and busiest months, with full beaches
  • September and October: the sea is still warm after the summer, and the year's rare rain most often falls in short bursts in October
  • November to February: mild, with plenty of sunshine, though the sea is too cold for swimming

Airport serving Alicante

Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) is the main gateway to the Costa Blanca, from Alicante itself to Benidorm and Torrevieja. Every flight to the area arrives at its single, modern terminal.

It handles scheduled and seasonal flights from across Europe, with airlines such as Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2.com, Vueling and British Airways.

Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Top Carriers
The top carriers flying to Alicante Airport are the following: Ryanair, easyJet and Vueling.
Location
Alicante Airport is located 9 km southwest of the capital.
Transportation
There are several ways to get to Alicante Airport by: bus, tram taxi and car. If driving a car hire, take the motorway N-388. It links the airport with the A-7, A-79 and N-340. Radio Taxi Elche is the official airport taxi and an info desk can be found at the arrivals hall. Travel time to the city is usually 15 minutes depending on the flow of traffic. Passengers can also use the bus and catch a ride from the centre (Routes 1A, 1B and C-6) to the airport. The Alicante TRAM services the Costa Blanca. There are trains and trams that connect Alicante, Benidorm and Denia.

What to see in Alicante

Alicante's seafront promenade, the Explanada de España, is paved with wave-patterned marble tiles. Behind it climbs the old Santa Cruz quarter, and above both sits the Castillo de Santa Bárbara, with its view across the bay.

The best places to see in Alicante, from Iberian and Roman remains to caves and beaches:

  • Museo Arqueológico Provincial: finds from 7,000 years of settlement in the area, with a strong collection of Iberian art and ceramics
  • Lucentum: the excavated remains of the Roman town
  • Basilica of Santa María: the old town's church, with twin towers, a Baroque façade and a gilded altar
  • Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante: 20th-century Spanish art, including works by Miró and Dalí
  • Canelobre Caves: a day trip to huge underground vaults in the hills north of the city
  • Tabarca: a small island reached by boat from the port, with clear water for snorkelling
  • Playa San Juan: a long sandy beach north of the centre, quieter than the city beach of El Postiguet

Places to visit near Alicante

Alicante is a good base for exploring the province. The TRAM Metropolitano (L1 and L3 lines) runs north along the coast from the city, and Renfe Cercanías trains link Alicante with Elche, Orihuela and Murcia. Places worth the trip:

  • Elche
  • Murcia
  • Benidorm
  • Cartagena
  • Torrevieja
  • Orihuela
  • Villena
  • Alcoy
  • Elda
  • Jumilla
  • Denia
  • Gandia

FAQs about flights to Alicante

What’s the best way to search for cheap flights to Alicante on eDreams UK?
At eDreams UK you can find cheap flights from £15 to Alicante. Our platform utilizes advanced technologies, including machine learning and real-time user search data, to offer a variety of options. This ensures you can pick the flights that best fit your preferences and schedule for your trip to Alicante.
When is the best season to fly to Alicante?
According to our customers' flight searches, the ideal time to travel to Alicante is March.
The next optimal month for flying to Alicante is April.
Finally, June is the third most popular choice for visiting Alicante.
However, if you’re looking for a less crowded experience, we can mention that December is the month with the lowest demand for flights to Alicante, meaning there is less tourism during this time. This allows you to enjoy a more peaceful experience while exploring the destination.
Which airlines offer the cheapest flights to Alicante?

After reviewing the prices for our customers’ bookings from the UK to Alicante, the cheapest flight options you have are:

  • The average cost of a one-way ticket with Wizz Air UK is £91.66 . For a flight from London to Alicante is £94, while it costs £70 if you depart fromLondon.
  • The airline Ryanair offers one-way tickets at an average cost of £115.44. This figure is based on the average flight prices from London to Alicante, which is approximately £100, and from Bristol,where the average price is £101.48.
  • Vueling: On average, a one-way ticket costs £116.49. The flight from Manchester to Alicante has an average cost of £71, while a ticket from Edinburgh is approximately £134.
Which airlines operate flights to Alicante?

Here are some airlines that provide direct flights from the UK to Alicante:

  • Ryanair offers flights originating from Manchester, London and Leeds Bradford.
  • Vueling also offers numerous flights, including several departing from London, Manchester and from Bristol.
  • Easyjet provides flights from London, Birmingham and also from Leeds Bradford.

The airlines providing flights to Alicante with layovers are:

  • Vueling, which serves flights from Cardiff, Teesside or Southampton.
  • Iberia, that operates flights from Manchester and London, as well as from Edinburgh.
  • Air Europa, which offers flights from London, Manchester and also Banjul.
How many airports are there in Alicante and which is the main one?
Alicante has 1 airport(s). Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport operates domestic and international flights to 85 cities. Some of the most popular destinations are London, Manchester and Birmingham.
What is the typical weather like in Alicante?
For those seeking warm weather, the ideal time to visit Alicante is in August, July and September. During these months, temperatures typically soar to an average of 30º, and you'll find that July, August and June are the sunniest months, with an average of 28 hours of sunshine. Conversely, if you favor cooler weather, consider planning your trip to Alicante in January, February or December. During this period, you can expect an average temperature of 7º. For travelers indifferent to temperature but keen to steer clear of rain, it’s wise to avoid visiting during September, October and November, when the average precipitation in Alicante reaches 46mm. Instead, consider the drier months of July, August and June, which feature significantly lower rainfall, averaging only 8mm.

Plan your trip

Other interesting routesPopular CitiesPopular Flight RoutesPopular Countries