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Flights from Edinburgh to Alicante

What to know about flights from Edinburgh to Alicante?

The distance between Edinburgh and Alicante is approximately 1,969.16km. The average flight time between Edinburgh and Alicante is 3 hours 10 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in January. November is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
£20
Ryanair Ryanair EDI-ALC 3h 10m · Direct Mon, Nov 16
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Cheapest return
£69
Ryanair Ryanair EDI-ALC 3h 10m · Direct Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Nov 30
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Recommended airlines
Ryanair Ryanair Cheapest · From £20 Jet2.com Jet2.com Most booked
Best time to book
November
Cheapest
January
Peak season for travel
Route details
1,969.16km
Flight distance
3h 10m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Alicante over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £20 and round-trip from £69. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        EDI 08:30
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 12:40
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Sat, Nov 28 | Ryanair
        ALC 22:35
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 00:45
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Mon, Nov 30 | Ryanair UK
        £69 £88
        22% off
        22% off
        £88 £69
      • EDI 17:50
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 22:00
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Mon, Nov 23 | Ryanair
        ALC 22:35
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 00:45
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Mon, Nov 30 | Ryanair UK
        £70 £88
        20% off
        20% off
        £88 £70
      • EDI 16:55
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 21:05
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Thu, Nov 26 | Ryanair
        ALC 22:35
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 00:45
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Mon, Nov 30 | Ryanair UK
        £72 £88
        18% off
        18% off
        £88 £72
      • EDI 06:05
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 10:15
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Thu, Dec 10 | easyJet
        ALC 22:35
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 00:45
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Mon, Dec 14 | Ryanair UK
        £72
        18% off
        £88 £72
      • EDI 15:10
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 19:20
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Sun, Nov 1 | Ryanair
        ALC 21:40
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 23:50
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Thu, Nov 5 | Ryanair
        £73
        17% off
        £88 £73
      • EDI 16:55
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 21:05
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Thu, Nov 5 | Ryanair
        ALC 21:40
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 23:50
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Thu, Nov 12 | Ryanair
        £76
        14% off
        £88 £76
      • EDI 11:00
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 15:10
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Sat, Oct 31 | Ryanair
        ALC 21:40
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 23:50
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Thu, Nov 5 | Ryanair
        £77
        13% off
        £88 £77
      • EDI 16:55
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 21:05
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Thu, Oct 29 | Ryanair
        ALC 21:40
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 23:50
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Thu, Nov 5 | Ryanair
        £79
        10% off
        £88 £79
      • EDI 17:50
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 22:00
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Mon, Nov 9 | Ryanair
        ALC 21:40
        3h 10m
        Direct
        EDI 23:50
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Thu, Nov 12 | Ryanair
        £80
        9% off
        £88 £80
      • EDI 06:05
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 10:15
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Tue, Dec 1 | easyJet
        ALC 10:10
        10h
        1 stop
        EDI 19:10
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Mon, Dec 7 | Ryanair
        £74
        16% off
        £88 £74
      • EDI 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        ALC 14:00
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Wed, Oct 14 | Normal Airline
        ALC 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        EDI 16:00
        Alicante - Edinburgh | Fri, Oct 16 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        EDI 17:50
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 22:00
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Mon, Nov 16 | Ryanair
        £20 £35
        43% off
        43% off
        £35 £20
      • EDI 18:20
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 22:30
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Tue, Nov 24 | Ryanair
        £23 £35
        34% off
        34% off
        £35 £23
      • EDI 19:40
        3h 5m
        Direct
        ALC 23:45
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Sun, Oct 25 | easyJet
        £28 £35
        20% off
        20% off
        £35 £28
      • EDI 17:10
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 21:20
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Wed, Oct 28 | Ryanair
        £30
        14% off
        £35 £30
      • EDI 07:35
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 11:45
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Fri, Nov 13 | Ryanair
        £30
        14% off
        £35 £30
      • EDI 08:30
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 12:40
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Sat, Nov 21 | Ryanair
        £31
        11% off
        £35 £31
      • EDI 18:20
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 22:30
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Tue, Nov 17 | Ryanair
        £31
        11% off
        £35 £31
      • EDI 06:00
        3h 15m
        Direct
        ALC 10:15
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Sat, Nov 7 | Jet2.com
        £31
        11% off
        £35 £31
      • EDI 18:20
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 22:30
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Tue, Oct 27 | Ryanair
        £31
        11% off
        £35 £31
      • EDI 07:40
        3h 10m
        Direct
        ALC 11:50
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Sun, Nov 22 | easyJet
        £31
        11% off
        £35 £31
      • EDI 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        ALC 14:00
        Edinburgh - Alicante | Wed, Oct 14 | Normal Airline
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Flight.News
Flights from Edinburgh to Alicante operate an average of 2 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 28.6% on-time departure rate and a 71.4% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Edinburgh to Alicante flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Edinburgh to Alicante are Jet2.com, easyJet, and Ryanair, among 3 carriers on this route. Ryanair offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Edinburgh to Alicante according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Edinburgh to Alicante Flights

What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Edinburgh to Alicante?

Average price of one-way tickets from Edinburgh to Alicante booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a one-way flight from Edinburgh to Alicante, fares are lowest in November (£49) and highest in June (£101).

£101
£75
£49
£23
    Cheapest
  • £96
    Oct
  • £49
    Nov
  • £73
    Dec
  • £51
    Jan
  • £51
    Feb
  • £67
    Mar
  • £77
    Apr
  • £84
    May
  • £101
    Jun
  • £82
    Jul
  • £58
    Aug
  • £100
    Sep

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Alicante?

    Based on Trip.com data, Ryanair offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £20 (for example, EDI–ALC on Mon, Nov 16). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Ryanair offers fares from £69, departing on Sat, Nov 28 and returning on Mon, Nov 30.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Edinburgh to Alicante with the following airlines, including: Jet2.com easyJet Ryanair Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • A flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Alicante (ALC) takes an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Alicante is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 15 direct flights operate each week between Edinburgh and Alicante. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    Jet2.com: -/M/-/W/T/F/S – LS775 (departure at 06:06) easyJet: S/-/T/-/-/F/- – U23205 (departure at 18:54) Ryanair: S/-/T/W/T/F/S – FR5579 (departure at 06:13)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Edinburgh to Alicante on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Mon, Nov 16, with one-way fares from just £20.
    · Compare airlines. Ryanair currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. January is generally the busiest month for travel to Alicante.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Alicante is usually November, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh to Alicante on October 21, 2026 with Ryanair, with prices starting at £61.
  • Flights to Alicante can arrive at: Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC). The most common route connects Edinburgh Airport and Alicante-Elche Airport (EDI–ALC).
  • The time difference between Alicante and Edinburgh is 1h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Edinburgh to Alicante is £205. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average return fare from Edinburgh to Alicante is £243. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Edinburgh and Alicante, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • easyJet and Jet2.comare the most popular budget airlines flying from Edinburgh to Alicante. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flights to Alicante from Edinburgh

Renowned for its culture and history, cheap flights from Edinburgh to Alicante have become a go-to for fun-filled city breaks and relaxing getaways alike. With prices starting from just £37, there’s never been a better time to travel from Edinburgh to Alicante. A convenient destination to get to, you can fly from Edinburgh to Alicante in just under 2 hours 35 mins and be experiencing the excitement of the city in no time at all. Ready to start planning the perfect adventure? Find tickets from Edinburgh to Alicante at Trip.com.

How to find cheap flights from Edinburgh to Alicante

Looking for ways to secure cheap flights from Edinburgh to Alicante? Booking tickets in advance instead of leaving it to the last minute, choosing early morning or late-night flight times, and opting to fly with budget airlines are just some of the ways you can save money.

Airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Alicante

There are a range of airlines offering direct flights from Edinburgh to Alicante, including British Airways, Iberia, easyJet, Ryanair.

Flight distance & Flight time from Edinburgh to Alicante

The average flight time from Edinburgh to Alicante is 2 hours 35 mins, with a distance of 1223 miles between the two cities.

Departure from Edinburgh Airport to Alicante

Located just 8 miles from the city centre, Edinburgh Airport is easy to get to. Trams from the city centre to the airport take just 30 minutes and depart every 7 to 10 minutes. Tickets cost £7.50 and you can catch the tram from Princes Street. You can also get a 30-minute Airlink 100 bus from St Andrews Square, with prices starting from £5.50 for adults and £2.75 for children. The Airlink 100 Bus departs every 10 minutes, making it a convenient choice, too.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com shows the cancellation and change policies for each flight ticket during the booking process, including any fees and applicable conditions. Please check the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline's ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight schedule has changed and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please visit the customer support pages.