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Useful information for the flight from Alicante to London
How long is the flight from Alicante to London?
The average non-stop flight from Alicante to London takes two hours and 30 minutes; the flight covers about 890 miles.
What documentation do I need to fly to London from Alicante?
EU nationals require evidence of nationality and identity to fly to London. Either a valid national passport or a national identity card is needed to travel from Alicante to London.
Is there a time change from Alicante to London?
London is one hour behind Alicante. The UK follows Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and Spain follows Central European Time (CET).
Which airlines fly from Alicante to London
Many airlines provide affordable flights between Alicante and London:
How to find cheap flights from Alicante to London
Here are our six tips to secure better prices for flights from Alicante to London, hotels and car hire:
- Opt for Off-Peak Days: Search for affordable flights from Alicante to London on weekdays (Monday to Wednesday) to avoid weekend and peak season price spikes.
- Compare Airlines: Compare ticket prices across different airlines and low-cost carriers for potential savings, considering flexibility with travel dates.
- Book in Advance (or not): Grab your plane tickets early to save money and avoid surprises. However, if planning isn't your thing, check out our last-minute deals.
- Set Price Alerts: Stay informed about price drops by setting up alerts for your route to seize opportunities for lower-cost bookings.
- Explore Multi-City Flights: Consider open-jaw or multi-city flights for potential savings on flexible travel plans.
- Consider Package Deals: Bundle London flight and hotel packages with Opodo for extra savings, and enjoy significant discounts on London car hire for a more budget-friendly travel experience.
When are the best times to fly from Alicante to London?
- September is one of the cheapest times to go to London. You can enjoy the essence of the city, as the heavy summer throng of tourists have typically departed, but the weather is still temperate. Hotel reservations are also a bit cheaper at this time.
- December is a magical time to take city breaks to London. Enjoy Christmas lights, festive holiday markets, shows, and events.
Airports in Alicante
Alicante is served by the Alicante-Elche Airport.
Useful information about Alicante-Elche Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport is located 5.5 miles southwest of the city of Alicante.
How to get to the airport
- By taxi —15 to 20 minutes.
- By bus — The C.6 bus service connects the Alicante city centre to the airport all year round, with a bus leaving every 20 minutes.
Services: The airport has restaurants and bars, free WiFi, 45 vending machines, a first aid station, ATMs, children’s play area, lactation room, and VIP Lounge.
Airports in London
London is served by six international airports that are also used for domestic flights. They are London City Airport, Heathrow Airport, Gatwick Airport, Luton Airport, London Stansted Airport, and London Southend Airport. Passengers travelling to London usually prefer to take flights that land at any of the first three airports named here because they are the closest to the city centre.
Useful information about London City Airport
London City Airport is located just under seven miles east of the city of London.
How to get to the city
- By train — Trains on the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) depart every eight to 15 minutes. The airport is located in London's public transportation system Zone 3.
- By taxi — 30 to 35 minutes.
- By bus — Buses 473 and 474 connect London City Airport to the city.
Services: restaurants, takeaways, shopping, beauty lounge, and business lounges.
Useful information about Heathrow Airport
Heathrow Airport is located 14 miles west of central London.
How to get to the city
- By train — The Heathrow Express trains run directly from all three Heathrow Airport Stations to London Paddington station. The journey takes 15 to 21 minutes. The trains run seven days a week and leave every 15 minutes. A cheaper alternative is the TFL train, which leaves every half hour, stops only at terminals 2, 3, and 4, and takes 30 minutes to reach central London.
- By taxi — 45 to 60 minutes.
- By bus — National Express coach services run buses at frequent, regular intervals from Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station to Victoria Station in central London (Victoria).
Services: open 24/7, free WiFi, extensive shopping, dining, groceries, showers, baby care, beauty, and VIP lounges.
Useful information about Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Airport is located 30 miles south of central London.
How to get to the city
- By train — The Gatwick Express connects the airport to Victoria Station in London, with a train leaving every 15 minutes daily from 5am to 00.30am.
- By taxi — Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
- By bus — National Express coach services run buses at frequent, regular intervals from Gatwick Airport to Victoria Station in central London. The other bus service is operated by easyBus, which runs minibuses to the West Brompton Underground Station in London’s inner suburbs.
Services: shopping, dining, bars, 90 minutes of free WiFi, prayer room, chapel.
What to do and visit in London
- See the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace.
- Take in great art for free at the Tate Modern.
- Ride on the London Eye Ferris wheel.
- Discover the Tower of London's history.
