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Cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Alicante

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of November. 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 Duration3 h and 10 mFlights between Edinburgh and Alicante take, on average, 3 h and 10 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£18Cheapest price for a flight between Edinburgh and Alicante found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportEdinburgh AirportWhen flying from Edinburgh to Alicante

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

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

Airlines flying this routeRyanair, Easyjet, Jet2Airline(s) with flights between Edinburgh to Alicante

One-way average Price£129The average price for a flight Edinburgh - Alicante at Opodo is £129, based on the price of last 6 months

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

Airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Alicante

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1 EUR = 0.84 GBP

Last checked on Sat 07/11

Distance: 1,223 mi

Edinburgh airports

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)How far from city centre: 6 mi

Alicante airports

Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC)How far from city centre: 3 mi

Find cheap flights from Edinburgh to Alicante

Several airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to Alicante all year, with Ryanair, easyJet and Jet2 offering regular departures for a Mediterranean getaway. The flights land at Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) on the Costa Blanca.

Edinburgh to Alicante flights start from £18, the lowest fare found on Opodo in recent days.

Departing from Edinburgh: airports and terminals

When departing on flights from Edinburgh to Alicante, you will start your journey at Edinburgh Airport (EDI). The airport operates from a single main terminal, making navigation straightforward for passengers boarding Edinburgh to Alicante flights. You can easily reach the terminal from the city centre using the Airlink 100 bus service, which runs frequently and provides a direct connection.

Inside the terminal, passengers can access various Edinburgh Airport parking and amenities before their flight. The departures area has a wide selection of shops, restaurants, and free Wi-Fi throughout the building to ensure a comfortable wait before boarding.

Arriving in Alicante: from the airport to the city

Flights to Alicante from Edinburgh land at Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC). Located close to the city, the airport offers several convenient Alicante airport transfers to get you to your destination quickly. The most popular option is the C6 bus line, which operates every 20 minutes and connects the arrivals terminal directly to central stops such as Plaza de los Luceros, taking around 25 minutes.

Alternatively, taxis and private hire vehicles are readily available at the designated pick-up points outside the terminal building. For travellers who prefer to drive, car hire services are located within the arrivals area, providing easy access to the wider Costa Blanca region.

Things to do in Alicante

For travellers arriving on Edinburgh to Alicante flights, the Costa Blanca offers a warm, sunny escape from the cooler Scottish climate. There are plenty of remarkable things to do in Alicante, starting with a visit to Santa Bárbara Castle. Situated on Mount Benacantil, this historic fortress provides panoramic views across the Mediterranean coastline.

A walk along the Explanada de España reveals a famous promenade lined with palm trees and distinctive marble mosaic tiles. Adjacent to the city centre, Postiguet Beach provides an ideal setting for relaxing on the sand or swimming, making it a popular spot for visitors looking to soak up the Spanish sun.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Edinburgh to Alicante

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

When you fly from Edinburgh to Alicante the average price is £129. 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 Edinburgh to Alicante at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Alicante is 18 £. 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.

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

The most popular months to book a flight from Edinburgh to Alicante are October, September and January, based on the searches of our customers.

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

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

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

The total flight time between Edinburgh and Alicante is of around 3 h and 10 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,222.9 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 Edinburgh?

While in Edinburgh temperatures can reach an average of 15º ºC in summer, Alicante can experience temperatures up to 25º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, the weather shows around 12º ºC in Alicante, compared to the 4º ºC average in Edinburgh.

Which airports have flights between Edinburgh and Alicante?

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

Which are the airlines with flights from Edinburgh to Alicante?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Edinburgh to Alicante are:

Ryanair.
Easyjet.
Jet2.

Klm Royal Dutch Airlines

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Easyjet

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