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Overview: Barcelona to Alicante flight
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Flights from Barcelona to Alicante depart on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 407 km distance in 1h 10m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 407 km |
Average flight duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Flights per day 21 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
Cheapest month to travel February |
First flight 00:10 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Barcelona to Alicante
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£150
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Flights per day
28
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Barcelona to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Alicante will cost around £150 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £69.
Of the 28 flights that leave Barcelona for Alicante every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 407 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 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 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £22.
Distance: 407 km
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£100 Average Price | £60 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Alicante flight times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Alicante flights for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 UX6073 · UX4024 | 17:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 16h55 | 10:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX6073 · UX4026 | 17:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 25h10 | 18:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX7708 · UX4049 | 19:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 19h50 | 15:20 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX7708 · UX4047 | 19:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h40 | 07:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX6103 · UX4026 | 21:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 21h55 | 18:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX6103 · UX4024 | 21:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 13h40 | 10:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 24 February | |||||
| VY1300 | 05:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h10 | 06:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5136 | 05:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h10 | 06:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| UX6007 · UX4024 | 07:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 3h00 | 10:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX6007 · UX4026 | 07:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 11h15 | 18:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| IB5262 | 08:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h10 | 09:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY1302 | 08:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h10 | 09:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| UX7706 · UX4049 | 10:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 4h30 | 15:20 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX7706 · UX4047 | 10:50 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 20h20 | 07:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX6037 · UX4026 | 10:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 8h00 | 18:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX6037 · UX4024 | 10:55 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 23h45 | 10:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| IB5138 | 11:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h10 | 12:50 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY1304 | 11:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1h10 | 12:50 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| UX7704 · UX4047 | 12:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 18h30 | 07:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
| UX7704 · UX4049 | 12:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 26h40 | 15:20 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Vueling Airlines?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Vueling Airlines, but also compare tickets for the likes of Air Europa, GetJet Airlines, Ryanair or Stobart Air to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Alicante.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Air Europa, GetJet Airlines, Ryanair or Stobart Air to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Alicante.
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Barcelona to Alicante Flights: An Overview
Alicante, in the south-east of Spain, is an attractive, historic city with an atmospheric Moorish quarter, and the gateway to the resorts of the Costa Blanca, a Mediterranean coastline as popular with Spanish visitors as with foreigners. As a quicker alternative to a train journey, direct flights from Barcelona to Alicante deliver visitors to this sun-soaked corner of Spain in around one hour. There are frequent direct flights seven days a week with a budget airline. Departure times from early morning to early evening ensure it's possible to get on the beach before lunch or fly in for a dinner reservation. Indirect connections with one change en route are also available, increasing the travel options to Alicante.
Which airlines fly from Barcelona to Alicante?
The Spanish budget airline vueling offers frequent daily direct flights from Barcelona to Alicante. Although this is a short domestic flight down the Mediterranean coast, some indirect connections via Palma-De-Mallorca or Madrid are also a possibility, with services provided by Air Europa and the national carrier Iberia, which offers flights operated by its affiliate airline Air Nostrum.
How long is the flight from Barcelona to Alicante?
Direct flights with vueling are the fastest option for the 407 kilometer trip south-west along the Mediterranean coast from Barcelona to Alicante, with most services taking one hour and ten minutes to reach the southern city. Early morning vueling flights take five minutes longer to complete the trip. The fastest indirect flights to Alicante from the Catalan city are Air Europa connections via Palma-De-Mallorca, which take two hours and 40 minutes to reach Alicante Elche Airport. Iberia connections via Madrid take upwards of three hours and 15 minutes with some indirect flights taking more than four hours in total.
How many flights are there from Barcelona to Alicante?
The vueling budget airline schedule offers five direct flights from Barcelona to Alicante from Tuesday-Thursday, four flights on Sundays and Mondays, and three flights on Fridays and Saturdays. Departure times usually include morning, afternoon and evening options. There are 15-16 daily indirect flights from Barcelona to Alicante requiring one change in transit, with take off times available from early morning to early evening.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Barcelona to Alicante?
Departure Airport: Barcelona El Prat Airport is situated about 12 kilometers south-west of Barcelona city center, connected by metro trains on the L9 Sud line or Aerobus express services, taking around 30 minutes to reach the airport from the center. Facilities at the terminal include long and short stay parking lots, international restaurants, tapas bars, luggage storage, business lounges, children's play areas, cafes and free WiFi.
Arrival Airport: Alicante Elche Airport is located nine kilometers south-west of Alicante city center, with local buses offering connections to the center, to Elche or to several Costa Blanca resorts along the coast. Facilities at the airport terminal include car rental desks, a convenience store, a pharmacy, duty-free shopping, a book store, business amenities, free WiFi and taxi stands.
FAQs: Barcelona to Alicante flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Alicante
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Shower
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- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and brands like Zara and Desigual.
- Parking available with several options including long-term and short-term parking, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Sala VIP Pau Casals in Terminal 1.
- Located in both terminals, with offices located near the baggage claim areas.
- Buses: Aerobús A1, Aerobús A2, 46, N17
- Metro: L9 Sud
- Train: R2 Nord
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, located in the terminal, including Duty-Free and WHSmith.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 1.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, such as Sala Ifach, with entry fee.
- Located in the terminal, contact through information desk.
- Bus: C6, 1A, 1B
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