Can I fly direct from Alicante to Edinburgh?

Yes, direct flights from Alicante to Edinburgh are available. Historically, approximately 30.9% of all flights on this route were direct. For those flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was one. This suggests that while direct options exist, connecting flights are also a common occurrence.

How long is the flight from Alicante to Edinburgh?

A direct flight from Alicante to Edinburgh typically takes about 3 hours and 15 minutes. This is based on a median direct flight time of 195 minutes. If your journey includes one stop, the median flight duration historically extends to approximately 8 hours and 55 minutes, or 535 minutes. The distance covered on this route is 1976 kilometers.

Should I set a price alert for Alicante to Edinburgh flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh have been frequent. This suggests that prices on this route tend to fluctuate, making it beneficial to monitor them. Setting a price alert could help you track these changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare. The frequent nature of deals indicates opportunities for savings.

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Alicante to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Flights from Alicante to Edinburgh typically cover a distance of 1976 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you'll find a balance between shorter regional trips and longer international journeys, influencing the types of aircraft and services available. Understanding this haul tier can help you anticipate the overall travel experience.

When searching for cheap flights from Alicante to Edinburgh, you'll find fares typically range from $104–$158, with a median of $130. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and a significant 64% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

The cheapest time to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh is in August, with a median fare of just $44. Other economical months include December, where the median fare is $56, and March, with a median fare of $67. Planning your trip during these months can lead to substantial savings on your travel budget.

For direct flights from Alicante to Edinburgh, only 30.9% of recent fares were non-stop, indicating that most itineraries connect at least once. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should factor in potential layovers when planning your journey and considering total travel time.

A typical journey from Alicante to Edinburgh takes approximately 3h 15m. This duration represents the median flight time for all itineraries, including those with connections. If you opt for a connecting flight, the median journey time extends to 8h 55m, while non-stop flights have a median duration of 3h 15m.

How much is a round trip from Alicante to Edinburgh

Regular price: €91 - €299

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh.

The regular price range for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh is typically between 91 EUR and 299 EUR. Currently, the lowest deal found is 89 EUR with easyJet UK, for travel from Dec 24 to Jan 16.

now 89 €

Low 91 €

High 299 €

The cheapest time to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh is August, with a median price of $44. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $237. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from 44 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 237 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Alicante to Edinburgh

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

283 €

88 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

221 €

71 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

221 €

71 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

221 €

77 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

283 €

83 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

316 €

98 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Sep 4 - Oct 4

141 € → 102 €

28%

29 nights

Sep 5 - Oct 4

138 € → 102 €

26%

16 nights

Dec 24 - Jan 9

123 € → 89 €

28%

19 nights

Dec 24 - Jan 12

121 € → 89 €

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

Alicante - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Alicante to Edinburgh are below the typical level, with a median of $130.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $44.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 15m

The median flight duration for a direct flight is 3h 15m, connecting flights take 8h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 30.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair has offered direct flights on this route, providing a nonstop option for travelers.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh are frequent, appearing often in recent months.

Alicante main airports to depart from

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Cheapest

Alicante–Elche Airport is a good option for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh.

📍 ~9 km from Alicante (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€74

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for direct access to Scotland's capital from Alicante.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, tram)

💸 Flights from ~€69

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Glasgow (GLA) is a major international hub with a comparable route network to Edinburgh.

📍 ~70 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, bus, or rail in 1 to 1.5 hours).

💸 Flights from ~€51

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Sep 17

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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From ALC

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Sep 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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$1,248

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From ALC

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Sep 16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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From ALC

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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From ALC

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Sep 23

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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$1,248

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was around $132. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw prices at approximately $141, while booking 7-13 days out had an average price of $137. Even booking 60+ days out had a slightly higher average price of $134 compared to the optimal window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Alicante to Edinburgh was considered to be $104 or less. The median price for this route was $130. Prices historically ranged, with 25% of travelers finding deals at or below $104, and 75% of travelers finding deals at or below $158.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh, with a median price of $44. December also offered lower prices, with a median of $56. The annual median price for this route was $130, indicating significant potential savings during these months. March, with a median price of $67, was also among the more affordable options.

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Alicante to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Alicante to Edinburgh

Regular price: €91 - €299

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh.

The regular price range for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh is typically between 91 EUR and 299 EUR. Currently, the lowest deal found is 89 EUR with easyJet UK, for travel from Dec 24 to Jan 16.

now 89 €

Low 91 €

High 299 €

The cheapest time to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

August

Cheapest

Flights from 44 €

October

Most Expensive

Flights from 237 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Alicante to Edinburgh

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

283 €

88 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

221 €

71 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

221 €

71 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

221 €

77 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

283 €

83 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ALC - Edinburgh

Alicante (ALC) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Ryanair

316 €

98 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Sep 4 - Oct 4

141 € → 102 €

28%

29 nights

Sep 5 - Oct 4

138 € → 102 €

26%

16 nights

Dec 24 - Jan 9

123 € → 89 €

28%

19 nights

Dec 24 - Jan 12

121 € → 89 €

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

Alicante - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Alicante to Edinburgh are below the typical level, with a median of $130.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $44.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 15m

The median flight duration for a direct flight is 3h 15m, connecting flights take 8h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 30.9% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair has offered direct flights on this route, providing a nonstop option for travelers.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh are frequent, appearing often in recent months.

Alicante main airports to depart from

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Cheapest

Alicante–Elche Airport is a good option for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh.

📍 ~9 km from Alicante (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€74

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for direct access to Scotland's capital from Alicante.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, tram)

💸 Flights from ~€69

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Glasgow (GLA) is a major international hub with a comparable route network to Edinburgh.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

85% AI deal score

$1,242

$621

Save $621

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Cheap Flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Today’s best flight deals from Alicante to Edinburgh

Alicante to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Alicante to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Alicante to Edinburgh

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Popular Airports to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

Alicante - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in August for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Alicante main airports to depart from

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

Dec 12

Dec 23

Sep 15

Sep 16

Sep 23

Sep 17

Sep 23

Sep 16

Sep 16

Sep 16

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Sep 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

How early should I book Alicante to Edinburgh flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Alicante to Edinburgh cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh?

Can I fly direct from Alicante to Edinburgh?

How long is the flight from Alicante to Edinburgh?

Should I set a price alert for Alicante to Edinburgh flights?

Related routes

More routes from Alicante

Flights to Edinburgh from other cities

Alicante to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Alicante to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Alicante to Edinburgh

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Popular Airports to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

Alicante - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in August for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ryanair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Alicante main airports to depart from

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

Dec 12

Dec 23

Sep 15

Sep 16

Sep 23

Sep 17

Sep 23

Sep 16

Sep 16

Sep 16

Sep 23

Sep 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

How early should I book Alicante to Edinburgh flights to get the cheapest price?

How much should a flight from Alicante to Edinburgh cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh?