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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.
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£49
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£366
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
2 h 35 m
Flights on 08 Oct
69
Distance
1464 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Alicante will cost around £366 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £49.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 69 flights from London to Alicante, including 24 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 1464 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 35 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.
VY8472
FR 6647
LS1411
FR 2586
U22317
FR 8425
U28111
U28107
U28115
U25705Flights from London to Alicante depart on average 98 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 18 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1464 km distance in 2h 15m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1464 km |
Average flight duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Flights per day 98 |
Direct flights 18 |
Fastest flight 2h 15m |
First flight 0:10 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Alicante flights for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UX1016 · UX4049 | 17:25 London Gatwick Airport | 21h55 | 16:20 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
UX1016 · UX4047 | 17:25 London Gatwick Airport | 13h45 | 8:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY6027 · VY1300 | 17:25 London Gatwick Airport | 15h20 | 9:45 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY6027 · VY1308 | 17:25 London Gatwick Airport | 14h00 | 8:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
LH915+ SN2618 · SN3771 | 17:30 London Heathrow Airport | 13h45 | 8:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 2 changes | |
KL992+ KL2641 | 17:50 London City Airport | 14h35 | 9:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
SN2096 · SN3771 | 17:55 London Heathrow Airport | 13h20 | 8:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
U28117 | 18:00 London Gatwick Airport | 2h35 | 21:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX327 · LX2170 | 18:40 London Heathrow Airport | 13h15 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
KL994+ KL2641 | 19:00 London City Airport | 13h25 | 9:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
U28119 | 19:15 London Gatwick Airport | 2h35 | 22:50 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX467+ LX2170 | 19:15 London City Airport | 12h40 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
KL1014+ KL2641 | 19:15 London Heathrow Airport | 13h10 | 9:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
U22315 | 20:00 London Luton Airport | 2h40 | 23:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX339 · LX2170 | 20:05 London Heathrow Airport | 11h50 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
FR 2715 | 20:10 London Gatwick Airport | 2h30 | 23:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL996+ KL2641 | 20:15 London City Airport | 12h10 | 9:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY6653 · VY1300 | 20:50 London Heathrow Airport | 11h55 | 9:45 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY6653 · VY1308 | 20:50 London Heathrow Airport | 10h35 | 8:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
KL1016+ KL2641 | 20:55 London Heathrow Airport | 11h30 | 9:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
U28107 | 5:55 London Gatwick Airport | 2h35 | 9:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LX345+ LX2174 | 6:00 London Heathrow Airport | 5h00 | 12:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
U22313 | 6:05 London Luton Airport | 2h40 | 9:45 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB3641+ IB1011 | 6:15 London Heathrow Airport | 5h50 | 13:05 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
IB3886 | 6:30 London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 10:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA2654 | 6:30 London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 10:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1000+ KL2641 | 6:30 London Heathrow Airport | 25h25 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
FR 6647 | 6:40 London Stansted Airport | 2h40 | 10:20 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
SN2104+ SN3773 | 6:50 London Heathrow Airport | 6h35 | 14:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
U28111 | 7:10 London Gatwick Airport | 2h35 | 10:45 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LS1411 | 8:15 London Stansted Airport | 2h40 | 11:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL980+ KL2641 | 8:25 London City Airport | 23h30 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
KL1002+ KL2641 | 8:40 London Heathrow Airport | 23h15 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
LS3809 | 9:00 London Luton Airport | 2h35 | 12:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FR 8425 | 9:05 London Luton Airport | 2h35 | 12:40 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5613 · IB5004 | 9:10 London Gatwick Airport | 6h45 | 16:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
EW2461+ EW2834 | 9:10 London Heathrow Airport | 9h25 | 19:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY7831 · VY1302 | 9:10 London Gatwick Airport | 7h55 | 18:05 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY7831 · VY1304 | 9:10 London Gatwick Airport | 6h45 | 16:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
LH5657+ LH1174 | 9:15 London City Airport | 6h15 | 16:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
EN8773+ LH1174 | 9:15 London City Airport | 6h15 | 16:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
KL982+ KL2641 | 9:20 London City Airport | 22h35 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
LH901 · LH1174 | 9:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h00 | 16:30 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY6651 · VY1302 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 7h10 | 18:05 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
IB5169 · IB5004 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 6h00 | 16:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY6651 · VY1304 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 6h00 | 16:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
IB5169 · IB5002 | 9:55 London Heathrow Airport | 7h10 | 18:05 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
UX1014 · UX4047 | 10:00 London Gatwick Airport | 21h10 | 8:10 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
UX1014 · UX4049 | 10:00 London Gatwick Airport | 5h20 | 16:20 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
KL984+ KL2641 | 10:00 London City Airport | 21h55 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
FR 2505 | 11:15 London Stansted Airport | 2h40 | 14:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1006+ KL2641 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 20h10 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY8470 | 13:20 London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 17:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8054 | 13:20 London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 17:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5979 | 13:20 London Gatwick Airport | 2h40 | 17:00 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U28115 | 13:20 London Gatwick Airport | 2h35 | 16:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB3647+ IB1015 | 14:10 London Heathrow Airport | 5h45 | 20:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
IB5609 · IB5010 | 14:30 London Gatwick Airport | 6h55 | 22:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY7827 · VY1306 | 14:30 London Gatwick Airport | 8h20 | 23:50 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY7827 · VY1310 | 14:30 London Gatwick Airport | 6h55 | 22:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
KL1010+ KL2641 | 14:45 London Heathrow Airport | 17h10 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
FR 2586 | 14:55 London Stansted Airport | 2h40 | 18:35 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY7835 · VY1310 | 15:25 London Gatwick Airport | 6h00 | 22:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
IB5617 · IB5010 | 15:25 London Gatwick Airport | 6h00 | 22:25 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
VY7835 · VY1306 | 15:25 London Gatwick Airport | 7h25 | 23:50 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
IB5617 · IB5006 | 15:25 London Gatwick Airport | 7h25 | 23:50 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
W95365 | 16:30 London Luton Airport | 2h45 | 20:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1012+ KL2641 | 17:10 London Heathrow Airport | 14h45 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
KL990+ KL2641 | 17:10 London City Airport | 14h45 | 8:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 1 change | |
LX349+ SN2724 · SN3771 | 17:15 London Heathrow Airport | 14h00 | 8:15 Alicante Elche Airport | 2 changes | |
U25705 | 17:20 London Southend Airport | 2h35 | 20:55 Alicante Elche Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Alicante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante trip today.
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
Alicante is a historic Mediterranean city and port in Spain. It’s located in Costa Blanca on the Mediterranean coast, in eastern Spain. The city attracts vacationers every year with magnificent palm trees, huge plazas, and stunning beaches. Flights from London to Alicante offer a quick and convenient method to connect the two cities, with flight times of around two hours 35 minutes. Both direct and indirect flights are available on this route multiple times a day, offering travelers a good amount of choice.
There are several airlines offering direct flights between London and Alicante. These include easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways, Norwegian Airways, Jet 2, and vueling airlines. These airlines offer direct flights multiple times a day. Indirect flights are operated by Iberia, British Airways, and vueling, with layovers and connecting flights to Alicante. Connecting flights have layovers in Madrid, Ibiza, and Barcelona.
Direct flights from London to Alicante take two hours 35 minutes. The distance between the two cities is approximately 1,460 kilometers. Norwegian Air Shuttle operates the fastest service, taking two hours 20 minutes to complete the journey. Although there are plenty of direct options daily, indirect services with one change usually complete the journey in under six hours, with the fastest taking four hours 30 minutes.
The number of flights between London and Alicante varies from day to day, but travelers can expect more than 16 direct flights every day of the week, with almost 100 every week. Weekend services operate close to 20 direct flights from London to Alicante each day. Both direct and indirect airlines offer morning, afternoon, and evening flights.
Departure airport: London Heathrow airport is the leading international airport in London. It’s also ranked the second busiest airport in the world. The airport handled over 80.1 million passengers in 2018. The airport is known for its large number of international flights. Passengers can travel from the city center to the airport by car, train, coach, or taxi. The fastest way to reach Heathrow Airport from central London is by train, with services leaving London Paddington every 15 minutes, with journeys taking around 15-20 minutes to Terminals two and 3. Facilities available at the airport include bars, business areas, and wellness centers. The airport also has free unlimited WiFi for passengers.
Arrival airport: Alicante-Elche airport is the fifth busiest airport in Spain. The airport is located nine kilometers east of the city center. Taking a taxi is the fastest way to get from the airport to the city center, taking around 20 minutes. Passengers looking for a cheaper way to reach the city center can catch the C-6 bus which operates 24/7 all year-round. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the central Luceros station. Facilities at the airport include lounges, cafes, ATMs, and food and drink courts. Car rental services are available just outside the Arrivals gates. Free WiFi is available for passengers in Terminal 1.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Alicante flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Alicante Elche Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare London and Alicante airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
London Heathrow Airport is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Heathrow 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 for up to 4 hours. ATMs are located in all terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Heathrow Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Heathrow Airport: Assistance.
London Gatwick Airport is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Gatwick 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 for 90 minutes. ATMs are located in both terminals, offering multiple currencies.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Gatwick Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Gatwick Airport: Assistance.
London City Airport is 12 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London 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 London City Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London City Airport: Elevators, 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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