What to know about flights from Manchester to Alicante?

The distance between Manchester and Alicante is approximately 1,674.36km. The average flight time between Manchester and Alicante is 2 hours 48 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in July. November is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
£17
easyJet easyJet MAN-ALC 2h 50m · Direct Sat, Sep 26
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Cheapest return
£31
easyJet easyJet MAN-ALC 2h 50m · Direct Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 1
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Best time to book
November
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
1,674.36km
Flight distance
2h 48m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Manchester to Alicante over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from £17 and round-trip from £31. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Flights from Manchester to Alicante operate an average of 8 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 18.5% on-time departure rate and a 75.9% on-time arrival rate.

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

The most popular airlines flying from Manchester to Alicante are easyJet, Jet2.com, and Ryanair, among 6 carriers on this route. easyJet 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 Manchester to Alicante according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Manchester to Alicante Flights

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

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

For a one-way flight from Manchester to Alicante, fares are lowest in November (£47) and highest in September (£84).

£84
£66
£47
£29
    Cheapest
  • £84
    Sep
  • £63
    Oct
  • £47
    Nov
  • £50
    Dec
  • £52
    Jan
  • £64
    Feb
  • £72
    Mar
  • £68
    Apr
  • £84
    May
  • £53
    Jun
  • £65
    Jul
  • £55
    Aug

What is the cheapest month to book a return flight from Manchester to Alicante?

Average price of return tickets from Manchester to Alicante booked on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

For a return flight from Manchester to Alicante, fares are lowest in April (£98) and highest in May (£286).

£286
£192
£98
£4
    Cheapest
  • £241
    Sep
  • £226
    Oct
  • £184
    Nov
  • £149
    Dec
  • £134
    Jan
  • £112
    Feb
  • £121
    Mar
  • £98
    Apr
  • £286
    May
  • £102
    Jun
  • £119
    Jul
  • £117
    Aug

Flight FAQs

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

    Based on Trip.com data, easyJet offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from £17 (for example, MAN–ALC on Sat, Sep 26). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, easyJet offers fares from £31, departing on Sat, Sep 26 and returning on Thu, Oct 1.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Manchester to Alicante with the following airlines, including: easyJet Jet2.com Ryanair TUI Airways Limited Ryanair UK Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • A flight from Manchester (MAN) to Alicante (ALC) takes an average of 2 hours 48 minutes.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Manchester 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, 53 direct flights operate each week between Manchester and Alicante. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    easyJet: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – U22013 (departure at 07:59) Jet2.com: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – LS879 (departure at 09:04) Ryanair: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – FR4007 (departure at 05:51)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Manchester to Alicante on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Sat, Sep 26, with one-way fares from just £17.
    · Compare airlines. easyJet 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. July 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 Manchester to Alicante is usually November, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester to Alicante on September 16, 2026 with Ryanair, with prices starting at £32.
  • Flights to Alicante can arrive at: Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC). The most common route connects Manchester Airport and Alicante-Elche Airport (MAN–ALC).
  • The time difference between Alicante and Manchester 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 Manchester to Alicante is £169. 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 Manchester to Alicante is £173. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Enter Manchester 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, Ryanair and Jet2.comare the most popular budget airlines flying from Manchester to Alicante. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Flights to Alicante from Manchester

Find cheap flights from Manchester to Alicante at Trip.com. Known for its rich history, vibrant culture and delicious cuisine, tickets from Manchester to Alicante are popular with travellers looking for both a short or longer getaway. You can travel from Manchester to Alicante in just 2 hours 30 mins, making it a convenient destination to get to. And with tickets starting at just £41, there’s never been a better time to fly from Manchester to Alicante. Compare cheap flights at Trip.com today and start planning an exciting adventure.

How to find a cheap flights from Manchester to Alicante

Flying on a weekday instead of a weekend, booking in advance and choosing to fly with budget airlines are just a few ways you can find the best deals and secure cheap flights from Manchester to Alicante.

Airlines that fly from Manchester to Alicante

Airlines including British Airways, Iberia, easyJet, Ryanair, all fly from Manchester to Alicante.

Flight distance & Flight time from Manchester to Alicante

The distance between Manchester and Alicante is 1049 miles, with flights taking 2 hours 30 mins.

Departure from Manchester Airport to Alicante

It’s easy to get to Manchester Airport from the city centre. There are regular direct trains from Manchester Piccadilly station which take around 20 minutes, with tickets from just £3.10. The Manchester Metrolink is another convenient way to get to the airport. It’s a 25-minute tram ride and costs £4.60. Alternatively, Stagecoach offer 24-hour buses for just £2. You can catch numbers 43 or 103 from Piccadilly Gardens, with a journey time of around 45 minutes. You can also get a 30-minute taxi with prices starting from £20.

Note: Prices shown on this page are the estimated lowest prices and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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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.