Flying from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Alicante is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Bristol.
Each week, there are 34 Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flights. If you want to get going early, select the 05:55 Ryanair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 19:55 with easyJet.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BRS to ALC flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport available through various airlines, flying to Alicante (and then other parts of Spain) is easy. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Jet2 is the most punctual carrier that operates BRS to ALC flights. An exceptional 88.24% of its services on this route land on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BRS and ALC include:
Bilbao Airport
Bordeaux Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Rs6,686 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs13,704. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BRS to ALC.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Picking up cheap flights from BRS to ALC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
Of all flights leaving Bristol Airport, 69.8% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Bristol Airport from central Bristol, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BRS:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you're coming in on a late Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ALC:
Grab an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car and discover Alicante and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, Record Go and Wheego are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
From Alicante-Elche Airport, Alicante is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The quietest month for a flight from Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Alicante based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Bristol Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Alicante, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BRS to ALC around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Zaragoza is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Alicante. Around 370 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Around 483 kilometres north of Alicante, Logroño is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
