Cheap flights from Manchester to Alicante

Alicante sits on the south-east coast of Spain, right in the middle of the Costa Blanca. Over a million holidaymakers make a beeline here every year, mostly thanks to nearby beach towns like Benidorm and Altea.
But Alicante itself is also well worth a look. Moorish castles, treasure-packed museums and fine arts museums house themselves in centuries-old buildings. And its coastal spot puts Alicante between idyllic islets and low-rise mountains.
Best of all, Alicante is only a 3-hour flight away from Manchester.

How long is the flight from Manchester to Alicante, Spain?

Less than 3 hours long direct. Indirect flights can take anything from 4 to 30 hours.

Which airlines operate flights from Manchester to Alicante?

Jet2.com, Monarch, Ryanair and easyJet offer direct flights. Or you could add a stopover and fly with carriers like KLM, SAS (Scandinavian Airlines) and British Airways.

How frequent are flights between Manchester and Alicante?

Over 5 direct Manchester to Alicante flights depart a day in the summer. Want even more choice? There are around 60 indirect flights to choose from.

Which airports serve Manchester and Alicante?

You’ll fly from Manchester Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.

Which direct flight route between Manchester and Alicante is cheapest?

It’s usually cheapest to travel off-peak, so between October and May. Alternatively, look for early morning or late afternoon flights from Manchester to Alicante.

Most people book flights from Manchester to Alicante for one reason – to kick back on the beaches of the sun-soaked Costa Blanca. Benidorm is the king of the beach resorts. Sky-high hotels, 24/7 nightlife, mountain-view beaches and a twisty old town have reeled in tourists since the 1960s.
Alternatively, you could stick around in Alicante. This ancient port city wears its history on its sleeve, so you could peer up at the Basilica of Santa Maria or spy panoramic views from Santa Barbara Castle.
You don’t have to worry too much about timing your Manchester to Alicante flights, either. The region is hotter and sunnier than Manchester year-round.

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How many flights depart from Manchester to Alicante on average per day?

Travellers can expect 33 flights from Manchester to Alicante on average per day.

Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 18% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 33% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 21% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 27% of flight departures

How long does the flight from Manchester to Alicante take?

A direct flight take up to 3 hours, covering a distance of 652 miles.