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Flights from Alicante to Glasgow depart on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest flight covers the 1968 km distance in 3h 5m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1968 km |
Average flight duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Flights per day 23 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 3h 5m |
First flight 1:00 |
Last flight 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
1968 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alicante to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Glasgow will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £52.
Of the 3 flights that leave Alicante for Glasgow every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1968 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 2.0 - 4.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £603.
Distance: 1968 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price Cheapest | £198 Average Price | £610 Average Price |
6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 45h 33m Average total duration 45h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35h 31m Average total duration 35h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
5.9 - 11.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Glasgow flights for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FR 5673 | 21:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 3h10 | 23:50 Glasgow Prestwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 26 August | |||||
![]() | 8:15 Alicante | 3h05 | 11:20 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:45 Alicante | 3h15 | 13:00 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Anyone flying back to Scotland from a Spanish holiday, or who just fancies exploring Scotland's biggest city can easily book flights from Alicante to Glasgow. Direct flights head to Glasgow on most days of the year, while indirect journeys are possible whenever travellers need to fly, and budget tickets are always a possibility as well.
Airlines offering direct flights from Alicante to Glasgow include Ryanair, Thomson and Jet2, while indirect journeys could include flights operated by KLM, British Airways, Air France and Iberia, among other companies. EasyJet are a major operator on the Alicante to Glasgow route as well, running direct flights almost all year-round.
Direct flights from Alicante to Glasgow tend to take between 3 hours 5 minutes and 3 hours 25 minutes to reach Scotland. EasyJet is among the faster carriers, and their flights will take around 3 hours 10 minutes, while the fastest indirect journey takes just under 5 hours.
During the peak holiday season (roughly March through to October) there should be 3-6 direct flights from Alicante to Glasgow every day. Between them, Ryanair and Jet2 offer 2-3 daily direct services to Glasgow during the summer, while easyJet offer at least 2 options every day. Schedules are slightly more limited out of season, but there should still be 2-3 daily flights.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Glasgow by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Glasgow flights use the Alicante Elche Airport to Glasgow International Airport airport pair, with some services landing at Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Glasgow airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Alicante Elche Airport is 9 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante Elche Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante Elche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante Elche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Glasgow International Airport is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasgow International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Prestwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Prestwick Airport: Ramps, toilets.
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