Travelling from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is 3 hours.
Alicante is one hour ahead of Belfast and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from BFS to ALC start at 05:45 — the earliest with Jet2. The last service of the day is at 20:40 with Ryanair. In total, you can take your pick of 19 weekly Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flights.
Your BFS to ALC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Alicante (and then other destinations in Spain) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier offering BFS to ALC flights. An impressive 91.67% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BFS and ALC include:
Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Leeds Bradford International Airport
Birmingham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is ₹ 2,428. A return ticket right now is ₹ 4,785. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from BFS to ALC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Landing cheap flights from BFS to ALC is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Belfast International Airport, data shows 67.55% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Belfast International Airport from central Belfast, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 2 hours when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BFS:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you're arriving on a late Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ALC:
Grab an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car and discover Alicante and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport to the centre of Alicante has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The quietest month for a flight from Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Alicante based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Belfast International Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BFS to ALC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be discovered. Around 370 kilometres north of Alicante, a trip to Zaragoza will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you want to check out another great destination in Spain, head for Logroño, roughly 483 kilometres north of Alicante. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are the start of reasons to visit.
