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Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection and a historic building in the old town.
Flights from Belfast to Alicante depart on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest flight covers the 1852 km distance in 2h 55m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1852 km |
Average flight duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Flights per day 8 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 2h 55m |
First flight 5:45 |
Last flight 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection and a historic building in the old town.
Archaeological museum with well-presented exhibits from prehistory to the modern era, suitable for first-time visitors.
Museum devoted to Alicante’s Bonfires festival, with satirical figures and displays explaining a key local tradition.
Palm-lined seafront promenade with patterned paving, harbour views and easy access to the old town and marina.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, stairways and whitewashed houses climbing below the castle, ideal for slow walks and photos.
Urban beach and promenade beside the centre, popular for swimming, strolling and postcard views of the castle above.
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked with rabbit, chicken and snails over vine cuttings. It is prized for its smoky flavour and festival roots.
Dry rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish, prawns and monkfish, often finished with aioli. A classic coastal dish across Alicante province.
Creamy rice with salt cod and cauliflower, especially linked to Lent and home cooking in Alicante. Simple ingredients give it a deeply local character.
Contemporary fine dining focused on tasting menus and seasonal Mediterranean cooking in an intimate setting in central Alicante.
Well-known central restaurant for refined Alicante rice dishes and seafood in a polished, modern setting near the marina.
Popular casual spot in the old town serving tapas, montaditos and local specialities in a lively, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain’s coast: hotels rise in summer, but dining, local transport and casual drinks stay reasonable for most tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
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Alicante-Elche Airport, Alicante -> Estación de Alicante-Terminal, Alicante
There are a few different options for travelling from Belfast to the popular Spanish port city of Alicante. At a distance of 1,162 miles, direct flights from Belfast to Alicante are reasonably short at two hours and fifty five minutes. There is at least one direct flight per day, except during the winter. All flights leave from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) and land at Alicante Elche Airport (ALC).
EasyJet and Ryanair provide direct flights on the fastest route from Belfast to Alicante. Other airlines including Flybe and British Airways operate indirect flights that require one or two changes.
Direct flights from Belfast to Alicante take just under three hours. Taking several flights on an indirect route will add at least 30 minutes to your flight time and often a lot more. Check layover times in each location by clicking on the dropdown "changes" button in the flight results to see how long airport waiting times are.
During most of the year, there is one direct flight per day and up to three per day during the peak holiday season from June to August. Flights from Belfast to Alicante are not in operation during the winter.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belfast 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.

Most Belfast to Alicante flights use the George Best Belfast City Airport to Alicante Elche Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Belfast and Alicante airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
George Best Belfast City Airport is 3 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
George Best Belfast City 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 George Best Belfast City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at George Best Belfast City Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Belfast International Airport is 4 km from Belfast city centre. Public transport options include:
Belfast International 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 arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Belfast International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Belfast International Airport: Ramps.
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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