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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
52%Trains in Alicante are 52% cheaper than in Birmingham.
Birmingham£2.50
Alicante£1.21
MealMid-priced restaurant
17%A meal in Alicante is 17% cheaper than a meal in Birmingham.
Birmingham£15.00
Alicante£12.51
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
76%A taxi fare in Alicante is 76% cheaper than in Birmingham.
Birmingham£5.00
Alicante£1.21
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
55%Coffee in Alicante is 55% cheaper than in Birmingham.
Birmingham£3.31
Alicante£1.49
Exchange rate
1 GBP = 1.19 EUR
1 EUR = 0.85 GBP
Last checked on Fri 28/03
Distance: 979 miles
Birmingham airports
Birmingham Intl (BHX)How far from city centre: 6 miles
Alicante airports
Alicante (ALC)How far from city centre: 2 miles

Useful information for the flight from Birmingham to Alicante

How long is the flight from Birmingham to Alicante?

A direct flight from Birmingham to Alicante takes 2 hours and 50 minutes. For connections with a stopover, the flight duration will take at least 5 hours and 30 minutes, and up to 7 hours.

What are the most common stopovers?

Most flights to Alicante are direct flights. The most common stopover is Barcelona-El Prat Airport.

What documentation do I need to fly to Alicante from Birmingham?

UK nationals do not need a visa to visit Alicante, Spain. Citizens of the European Union EU, the European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland are also visa-exempt. However, a valid passport or identity card must be presented at the airport as proof of nationality.

Is there a time change from Birmingham to Alicante?

Alicante follows Central European Time, one hour ahead of the UK's Greenwich Mean Time, which applies in Birmingham.

Which airlines fly from Birmingham to Alicante

Several airlines offer cheap flights from Birmingham to Alicante:

How to find cheap flights from Birmingham to Alicante

Here are our six tips to secure better prices for flights from Birmingham to Alicante, hotels and car hire:

  • Opt for Off-Peak Days: Search for affordable flights from Birmingham to Alicante on weekdays (Monday to Wednesday) to avoid weekend and peak season price spikes.
  • Compare Airlines: Compare ticket prices across different airlines and low-cost carriers for potential savings, considering flexibility with travel dates.
  • Book in Advance (or not): Grab your plane tickets early to save money and avoid surprises. However, if planning isn't your thing, check out our last-minute deals.
  • Set Price Alerts: Stay informed about price drops by setting up alerts for your route to seize opportunities for lower-cost bookings.
  • Explore Multi-City Flights: Consider open-jaw or multi-city flights for potential savings on flexible travel plans.
  • Consider Package Deals: Bundle Alicante flight and hotel packages with Opodo for extra savings, and enjoy significant discounts on Alicante car hire for a more budget-friendly travel experience.

When are the best times to fly from Birmingham to Alicante

  • June through September are the best months to enjoy the beaches and outdoor activities of Alicante. You might also enjoy the summer festivities, such as the bonfires of St. John, and the historical Moors and Christians Festival.
  • January is the cheapest time to go to Alicante. Though the weather is cooler, there is still an average of six hours of sun to enjoy. Even better, you will avoid the crowds during this season, making it easy and relaxing to visit the museums and art galleries, and enjoy the largely empty beaches.

Airports in Birmingham

Birmingham has just one air hub providing domestic and international passenger flights, Birmingham Airport (BHX).


Useful information about Birmingham Airport


Birmingham Airport is located 8.1 miles to the south-east of Birmingham city centre.

How to get to the airport:

  • By train – 10 to 15 minutes from Birmingham New Street Station to the airport with Virgin Trains, or West Midlands Railway.
  • By taxi – 30 to 50 minutes depending on traffic.
  • By bus – 97/97A service from Birmingham city centre to Birmingham Airport.

Services: free Wi-Fi, lounges, shops, restaurants, smoking area, meeting room, currency exchange, ATM, play area, multi faith prayer room, and car hire.

Airports in Alicante

Flights from Birmingham land at Alicante Airport (ALC), also known as Alicante-Elche Airport.


Useful information about Alicante Airport


Alicante Airport is around 5.5 miles south-west of Alicante city.

How to get to Alicante city centre from Alicante Airport:

  • By taxi – 15 to 30 depending on traffic.
  • By bus – 20 minutes or more on bus route C6 from Alicante Airport to the city centre.

Services: free Wi-Fi, lounges, shops, restaurants, VIP services, vending machines, business centre, currency exchange, ATM, first aid, play areas, baby facilities, and car rental.

What to do and visit in Alicante

  • Explore the Santa Barbara Castle and enjoy panoramic views.
  • Snorkel at Tabarca, an islet and protected marine reserve in the Mediterranean.
  • Relax and sunbathe on Playa del Postiguet, a sandy beach with a promenade and cafes.
  • Try your luck at the tables of the Casino Mediterraneo Alicante.
  • Visit the Archaeological Museum of Alicante, an interactive museum with permanent and temporary exhibitions of ceramics and Iberian art.
  • Admire the Basilica of Santa Maria, a Gothic church.
  • Marvel at the contemporary art work displayed at the MACA Contemporary Art Museum of Alicante.
  • Drive up to Mount Benacantil, a historic fortress on top of a hill.
  • Stroll along the city's promenade, lined with palm trees and marble tiles.
  • Go on a guided tour of the Canelobre Caves, a network of colourfully-lit limestone caves.
  • Browse through the offerings of Mercado Central de Alicante, a bustling food market.
  • Book a vineyard tour, tread on grapes, or taste the famous Fondillon wine.
  • Discover the city on a bike or Segway.
  • Reserve tapas or sunset bar tours.
  • Get to know the arduous sailing conditions of the round-the-world Volvo Ocean Race using a simulator at the Volvo Ocean Race Museum.
  • Contemplate the life of the nuns at the Santa Faz Monastery, an old monastery with a 16th century tower.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Birmingham to Alicante

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from Birmingham to Alicante?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Spain may apply when travelling from Birmingham. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How can I find cheap flights from Birmingham to Alicante at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from Birmingham to Alicante is 19£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Alicante expensive to visit compared to Birmingham?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Alicante costs an average of 1.21 GBP, 76% cheaper than Birmingham, with a fare of 5.00 GBP,

while train tickets costs 52% less in Alicante: 1.21 GBP against 2.50 GBP in Birmingham.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 12.51 GBP in Alicante, 17% less than the 15.00 GBP in Birmingham.

The price of the coffee is around 55% cheaper in Alicante, with an average of 1.49 GBP, while in Birmingham the coffee costs 3.31 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Alicante?
The most popular months to book a flight from Birmingham to Alicante are July, May and August, based on the searches of our customers. For insights on the best time to book flights to Alicante, visit our page best time to book your flights, where you’ll find useful information based on travel trends.
When is the best time to travel from Birmingham to Alicante?
The best time of the year to go to Alicante when flying from Birmingham depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, September is the top 1º month to fly to Alicante from Birmingham in terms of searches from our customer, followed by August and May. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, February and November are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Birmingham - Alicante.
How long does the flight take to go from Birmingham to Alicante?
The total flight time between Birmingham and Alicante is of around 02:40 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,567 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Alicante compared to Birmingham?
While in Birmingham the temperatures can reach an average of 27.42 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6 mm ,Alicante's temperatures can go up to 33.94 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 2.55 ºC in Alicante, compared to the -3.11 ºC average degrees reported in Birmingham. During the winter period, Birmingham can register 3 mm precipitation, while Alicante have an average of 3 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Birmingham and Alicante?

The main airport route flying between Birmingham and Alicante is: Birmingham Intl (BHX) to Alicante (ALC). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Ryanair.

Jet2.Com.

Easyjet.

Which are the airlines with flights from Birmingham to Alicante?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Birmingham to Alicante are:

  • Ryanair.
  • Jet2.Com.
  • TUI Airways.

Vueling, stopping in Barcelona for 85 minutes minimum.

  • Eurowings, with 70 minutes scale in Dusseldorf.
  • Brussels Airlines, with 75 minutes scale in Brussels.

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