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Alicante.$59 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 13, returning Wed, May 14.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Cardiff on Tue, May 13, arriving in Alicante.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Alicante on Wed, May 14, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $59, select.

Alicante.$60 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 29, returning Sat, Jul 19.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Cardiff on Sun, Jun 29, arriving in Alicante.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Alicante on Sat, Jul 19, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $60, select.

Alicante.$62 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 5, returning Mon, Jul 7.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Cardiff on Sat, Jul 5, arriving in Alicante.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Alicante on Mon, Jul 7, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $62, select.

Alicante.$68 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 15, returning Sun, Jun 22.Round-trip flight with Ryanair and Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departing from Cardiff on Sun, Jun 15, arriving in Alicante.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Alicante on Sun, Jun 22, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $68, select.

Alicante.$73 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 24, returning Thu, Dec 11.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Cardiff on Mon, Nov 24, arriving in Alicante.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Alicante on Thu, Dec 11, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $73, select.

Alicante.$79 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jan 8, returning Sat, Jan 17.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Cardiff on Thu, Jan 8, arriving in Alicante.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Alicante on Sat, Jan 17, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $79, select.

Alicante.$87 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 8, returning Thu, Dec 11.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Cardiff on Mon, Dec 8, arriving in Alicante.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Alicante on Thu, Dec 11, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $87, select.

Alicante.$92 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 31, returning Wed, Jun 11.Round-trip flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Cardiff on Sat, May 31, arriving in Alicante.Inbound direct flight with Vueling Airlines departing from Alicante on Wed, Jun 11, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From $92, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Alicante?

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cardiff to Alicante flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Direct flights from Cardiff to Alicante

Cardiff to Alicante: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cardiff to Alicante below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Alicante.

Cardiff to Alicante: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$59
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	British Airways
Average flights per week	10

Finding cheap flights from Cardiff to Alicante: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Cardiff to Alicante?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cardiff to Alicante is $59. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Cardiff to Alicante?

2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Cardiff to Alicante.

Which airlines fly direct from Cardiff to Alicante?

British Airways, Vueling Airlines and Ryanair fly direct from Cardiff to Alicante.

How many flights are there a week from Cardiff to Alicante?

There are 10 flights per week flying from Cardiff to Alicante, as of April 2025.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cardiff to Alicante?

The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Alicante is usually April 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Alicante Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Alicante Airport on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Cardiff Airport to Alicante Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Alicante?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Alicante but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Alicante?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Alicante is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Cardiff Airport to Alicante?

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Alicante.

Traveling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Alicante's timezone is UTC+1, making Alicante one hour ahead of Cardiff.
Flights from CWL to ALC start from 07:55 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 21:35 with Ryanair. Overall, there are five weekly Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CWL to ALC flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair has direct flights from Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Alicante — and maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.
Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier that operates CWL to ALC flights, with 76.92% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CWL and ALC include:
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- Dublin Airport
- George Best Belfast City Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

$27 is the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. A return flight starts at $59. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CWL to ALC.
The cheapest month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CWL to ALC.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)

66.16% of flights that depart Cardiff Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it takes about 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near CWL:

Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

If you're landing on a late Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near ALC:
Travel at your own speed with an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego and chase adventure across Alicante and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Alicante-Elche Airport around one week before your travel date.

Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante

Alicante-Elche Airport is roughly 14 kilometers from the center of Alicante. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Alicante. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Cardiff Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CWL to ALC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Spain

Zaragoza is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've seen Alicante. Around 370 kilometers away to the north, popular attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 483 kilometers north of Alicante, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience major highlights starting with Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.