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Cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Alicante

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of April. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration15 hoursFlights between Cardiff and Alicante take, on average, 15 hours minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£14Cheapest price for a flight between Cardiff and Alicante found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportCardiff AirportWhen flying from Cardiff to Alicante

Destination airportAlicante–Elche Miguel Hernández AirportFor the route from Cardiff to Alicante

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Cardiff to Alicante

Airlines flying this routeRyanair, Vueling, TUI AirwaysAirline(s) with flights between Cardiff to Alicante

One-way average Price£159The average price for a flight Cardiff - Alicante at Opodo is £159, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookMarchAccording to real data January is the most popular time to book a flight to Alicante when departing from Cardiff

Airlines that fly from Cardiff to Alicante

Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

50%Trains in Alicante are 50% cheaper than in Cardiff.

Cardiff£2.50

Alicante£1.26

MealMid-priced restaurant

13%A meal in Alicante is 13% cheaper than a meal in Cardiff.

Cardiff£15.00

Alicante£12.98

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

48%A taxi fare in Alicante is 48% cheaper than in Cardiff.

Cardiff£3.50

Alicante£1.82

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

50%Coffee in Alicante is 50% cheaper than in Cardiff.

Cardiff£3.39

Alicante£1.68

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 1.15 EUR

1 EUR = 0.88 GBP

Last checked on Fri 27/03

Distance: 917 miles

Cardiff airports

Cardiff-Wales (CWL)How far from city centre: 10 miles

Alicante airports

Alicante (ALC)How far from city centre: 2 miles

Useful information to fly from Cardiff to Alicante

Dreaming of a sunny Alicante escape? With cheap flights from Cardiff to Alicante, you can swap the Welsh drizzle for Spanish sunshine. Flights to Alicante from Cardiff take just over two hours, so you'll be sipping sangria on the beach in no time. Find your perfect cheap tickets to Alicante from Cardiff with Opodo and start planning your getaway!

Time difference between Cardiff and Alicante

When travelling from Cardiff to Alicante, there's a one-hour time difference. Alicante is one hour ahead of Cardiff. So when it's 10:00 AM in Cardiff, it's 11:00 AM in Alicante. Adjust your watch and enjoy your extra hour of sunshine! Remember to check for any Daylight Savings Time changes closer to your travel dates.

Best time to fly to Alicante

Alicante enjoys pleasant weather for most of the year. Spring (March-May) is delightful, with average temperatures ranging from 18 to 25 °C (64 to 77 °F). Summer (June-August) is hot, reaching the 30s °C (high 80s °F). Autumn (September-November) is mild, with temperatures from 17 to 29.5 °C (63 to 85 °F). Winter (December-February) is mild with temperatures between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius (59 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit).

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Cardiff Airports

Planning your journey to Alicante from Cardiff? Let's find you the perfect flight! Cardiff Airport (CWL) is the main airport serving the city and the only one in Wales offering commercial passenger and cargo services.

Airport Information

Cardiff Airport (CWL)

Cardiff Airport is conveniently located in Rhoose, just 12 miles (19 km) southwest of Cardiff city centre. This makes it easily accessible for travellers catching flights to Alicante from Cardiff.

Main Airlines for this Route

Looking for cheap flights to Alicante from Cardiff? Several airlines offer this popular route, with competitive prices on tickets to Alicante from Cardiff. Here are three of the top airlines:

Vueling Airlines
Ryanair
TUI Airways

Remember to book your flights to Alicante from Cardiff in advance, especially during peak season, to secure the best deals on cheap flights from Cardiff to Alicante. Whether you're searching for cheap tickets to Alicante from Cardiff for a quick getaway or a longer stay, you'll find plenty of options to suit your budget and travel dates.

Alicante airports

Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) is the main airport serving the city of Alicante and the surrounding Costa Blanca region.

Airport information

Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC)

Alicante Airport (ALC) is located 9 km (5.6 mi) southwest of Alicante.

You'll find plenty of facilities at Alicante Airport (ALC) to make your journey as smooth as possible. These include duty-free shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes. There are also currency exchange facilities and ATMs.

To get to the city centre from Alicante Airport (ALC), you can take the bus. The journey takes approximately 17 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a taxi from the airport to the city centre. The journey takes around 15 minutes. If you prefer to drive, you can hire a car at Alicante Airport.

What to do and see in Alicante

Have you booked your flights to Alicante from Cardiff yet? This vibrant city on Spain's Costa Blanca has something for everyone, from history buffs to sun seekers. Once you've sorted out your cheap flights from Cardiff to Alicante and arrived, you'll be eager to explore. Here are a few must-do activities:

Santa Bárbara Castle: Perched atop Mount Benacantil, this medieval fortress offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city and coastline. Explore its rich history and enjoy a leisurely stroll through its well-preserved grounds.
Explore the Old Town: Get lost in the charming labyrinthine streets of Alicante's Old Town, known as "El Barrio." Discover hidden squares, colourful houses with flower-filled balconies, and traditional tapas bars.
Relax on Postiguet Beach: No trip to Alicante is complete without some time spent on its beautiful sandy beach. Take a dip in the Mediterranean Sea, soak up the sun, or enjoy a refreshing drink at a beachfront café.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cardiff to Alicante

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Cardiff to Alicante?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Spain may apply when travelling from Cardiff. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Cardiff to Alicante?

When you fly from Cardiff to Alicante the average price is £159. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from Cardiff to Alicante at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Cardiff to Alicante is 14 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Alicante expensive to visit compared to Cardiff?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Alicante costs an average of 1.82 GBP, 48% cheaper than Cardiff, with a fare of 3.50 GBP,

While train tickets costs 50% less in Alicante: 1.26 GBP against 2.50 GBP in Cardiff.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 12.98 GBP in Alicante, 13% less than the 15.00 GBP in Cardiff.

The price of the coffee is around 50% cheaper in Alicante, with an average of 1.68 GBP, while in Cardiff the coffee costs 3.39 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from Cardiff to Alicante?

The most popular months to book a flight from Cardiff to Alicante are July, May and September, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Cardiff to Alicante?

The best time of the year to go to Alicante when flying from Cardiff depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, September is the top 1º month to fly to Alicante from Cardiff in terms of searches from our customer, followed by May and August. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, February and November are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Cardiff - Alicante.

How long does the flight take to go from Cardiff to Alicante?

The total flight time between Cardiff and Alicante is of around 15 hours on average, considering an average distance of 917.2 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Alicante compared to Cardiff?

While in Cardiff temperatures can reach an average of 16.65 ºC in summer, Alicante can experience temperatures up to 25 ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, the weather shows around 12.18 ºC in Alicante, compared to the 5.43 ºC average in Cardiff.

Which airports have flights between Cardiff and Alicante?

The main airport route flying between Cardiff and Alicante is: Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport(ALC). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from Cardiff to Alicante?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Cardiff to Alicante are:

Vueling.
TUI Airways.
Iberia.

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