- Must visit
Museu Nacional Arqueològic de Tarragona
Main archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying sculptures, mosaics and finds that give context to the city's ancient monuments.
Flights from Alicante to Tarragona depart on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 342 km distance in 1h 10m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 342 km |
Average flight duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Flights per day 21 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 0:10 |
Last flight 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£272
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Flights per day
22
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alicante to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Tarragona will cost around £272 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £43.
Of the 22 flights that leave Alicante for Tarragona every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 342 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 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.
VY1313
VY1307
VY1301
VY1303
VY1305
VY1301
VY1313
VY1305
VY1307
VY1303Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 342 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £48 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Tarragona flights for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UX4025 · UX6006 | 9:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 22h55 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX4025 · UX6060 | 9:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 5h20 | 14:20 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX4042 · UX7701 | 12:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 20h25 | 8:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX4042 · UX7703 | 12:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 4h05 | 16:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
VY1303 | 15:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 1h15 | 16:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX4027 · UX6006 | 17:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 14h45 | 7:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
VY1305 | 17:20 Alicante Elche Airport | 1h15 | 18:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
UX4050 · UX7703 | 20:45 Alicante Elche Airport | 19h50 | 16:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
UX4050 · UX7701 | 20:45 Alicante Elche Airport | 12h10 | 8:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
VY1313 | 0:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 1h10 | 1:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1301 | 6:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1h10 | 7:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Main archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying sculptures, mosaics and finds that give context to the city's ancient monuments.
Art museum in a historic building with Gothic and modern collections, religious works and temporary exhibitions in the old quarter.
Local history museum with Roman remains under the square and exhibits on Tarragona's urban development across different periods.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and balconies, popular for walks, sea views and easy access to the historic centre.
Broad pedestrian avenue between the station area and old town, known for shops, civic buildings and everyday city life.
Historic upper town of narrow lanes, small squares and stone façades, ideal for wandering between cathedral and Roman remains.
Romesco is Tarragona’s signature sauce of roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds and olive oil, traditionally served with fish, calçots or seafood.
Calçots are sweet spring onions charred over flames and dipped in romesco. They are central to winter calçotades across Tarragona province.
Xató is a Catalan salad of escarole, salt cod, tuna, anchovies and olives with a nutty romesco-style dressing, popular along this coast.
Established harbour-side dining room specialising in Mediterranean seafood, paellas and market fish with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant in El Serrallo, popular for rice dishes, shellfish and classic coastal cooking in a polished setting.
Traditional tavern-style venue in the old town known for vermouth, tapas and Catalan small plates in a lively historic setting.
Moderate for Spain: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near the coast can raise overall trip costs versus smaller inland cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare rather than tipping heavily.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Tarragona 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 Tarragona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Tarragona flights use the Alicante Elche Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Tarragona 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.
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