Can I fly direct from Cardiff to Alicante?

Direct flights from Cardiff to Alicante are available, though they represent a small portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 4% of flights on this route were direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encountered 2 stopovers across the trailing quarter.

How many hours is the flight from Cardiff to Alicante?

A direct flight from Cardiff to Alicante typically takes 2 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 1474 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer median duration, averaging 14 hours and 28 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

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

Historically, deals for flights from Cardiff to Alicante have been frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking optimal fares. Price fluctuations are common on this route, making alerts a useful tool for tracking potential savings.

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September 15 - September 20

Cheapest

CWL - Alicante

£107

£43

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September 1 - September 20

Earliest

CWL - Alicante

£88

£44

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September 8 - September 20

Best

CWL - Alicante

£94

£45

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December 12 - December 21

CWL - Alicante

£121

£46

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December 5 - December 26

CWL - Alicante

£110

£47

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December 12 - December 24

CWL - Alicante

£118

£47

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December 5 - December 24

CWL - Alicante

£111

£47

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October 6 - October 19

CWL - Alicante

£92

£49

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December 5 - December 12

CWL - Alicante

£121

£49

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September 2 - September 20

CWL - Alicante

£89

£52

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Cardiff to Alicante: Overview

Insights for flights from Cardiff to Alicante

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Cardiff to Alicante involve connections, with only 4% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is two. This indicates that direct flights from Cardiff to Alicante are not common, and travelers should expect to factor in layovers.

Right now, fares to Alicante from Cardiff are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $216–$568, and a median of $333. Only 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that current prices are higher than usual.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Alicante? The most affordable months to fly are September, with a median fare of $30; January, with a median fare of $38; and May, with a median fare of $43. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Cardiff to Alicante takes approximately 2h 25m, including connections. Given that most itineraries involve stopovers, this duration reflects the overall travel time rather than just the in-air flight time for non-stop options. For connecting flights, the median travel time is considerably longer, at 17h 20m.

The route from Cardiff to Alicante covers a distance of 1474 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul journey. This distance typically translates to a relatively quick travel experience, especially for direct flights, though connecting itineraries will extend the overall duration.

How much is a round trip from Cardiff to Alicante

Regular price: £68 - £326

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

The regular price range for flights from Cardiff to Alicante is typically between 68 GBP and 326 GBP. The current lowest deal is 41 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 8-Sep 20.

now £41

Low £68

High £326

The cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Alicante

The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Alicante is September, with a median price of $30. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $476. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

September

Cheapest

Flights from £30

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £476

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Direct flights from Cardiff to Alicante

Ryanair

Last-minute flights going from Cardiff to Alicante

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Alicante

Cardiff (CWL) - Alicante (ALC)

Ryanair

£314

£160

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Alicante

Cardiff (CWL) - Alicante (ALC)

Ryanair

£220

£121

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Alicante

Cardiff (CWL) - Alicante (ALC)

Ryanair

£143

£65

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Alicante

Cardiff (CWL) - Alicante (ALC)

Ryanair

£290

£106

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Alicante

Cardiff (CWL) - Alicante (ALC)

Ryanair

£214

£115

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CWL - Alicante

Cardiff (CWL) - Alicante (ALC)

Ryanair

£151

£77

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 6

£290 → £106

64%

4 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 6

£314 → £160

49%

2 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 11

£203 → £79

61%

3 nights

Aug 22 - Aug 25

£242 → £123

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Cardiff to Alicante

Cardiff - Alicante route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cardiff to Alicante are above the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest at $30

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Alicante, with a median price of $30.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 25m

The typical direct flight from Cardiff to Alicante takes 2h 25m, while connecting flights average 17h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, making up 96% of recent fares.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers direct flights

Ryanair has offered direct flights on the Cardiff to Alicante route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Cardiff to Alicante are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Cardiff main airports to depart from

Cardiff (CWL)

Cheapest

Cardiff Airport offers direct flights to Alicante, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~15 km from Cardiff (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£43

Alicante main airports to arrive at

Alicante–Elche (ALC)

Cheapest

Alicante–Elche Airport is a convenient arrival point for your trip to Alicante from Cardiff.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£52

Airports nearby Alicante used as alternative

Valencia (VLC)

Valencia Airport offers a broader route network and excellent connectivity, making it a useful alternative.

📍 ~135 km from Alicante (reachable by car or rail)

💸 Flights from ~£115

Región de Murcia (RMU)

Región de Murcia Airport is the closest alternative, focusing on low-cost carriers with easy motorway access.

📍 ~75 km from Alicante (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£132

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas (MAD)

Cheapest

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is Spain's main international hub, ideal for long-haul flights.

📍 ~360 km from Alicante (reachable by high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~£103

Almería (LEI)

Almería Airport is a viable alternative for travelers in the southern part of Alicante province.

📍 ~200 km from Alicante (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£185

Castellón–Costa Azahar (CDT)

Castellón–Costa Azahar Airport is a secondary option for northern routes or specific low-cost connections.

📍 ~200 km from Alicante (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£133

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Alicante

Historically, the most favorable time to book flights from Cardiff to Alicante is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $263. Booking within 7-13 days of travel saw an average price of $279, while booking 0-6 days out resulted in an average price of $339. Prices tended to be higher for bookings made 14-27 days out, averaging $539, and for those made 28-59 days out, averaging $489.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Cardiff to Alicante is considered to be $216 or less. The median price for this route was $333. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $568 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cardiff to Alicante include September, with a median price of $30, and January, with a median price of $38. May also offered relatively low median prices at $43. The annual median price for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days, was $333.

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