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Cheapest return flight
£48
Typical prices: £66-£128
Vueling
Tue 11/12Fri 14/12
BIO - ALC • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£55
Typical prices: £65-£128
Volotea
Tue 20/11Fri 23/11
BIO - ALC • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Vueling and Volotea. Average duration is 1h 20m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 26% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £73 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Bilbao to Alicante (BIO-ALC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Bilbao to Alicante

Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Vueling Logo
22:55 - 00:15BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
1h 20mdirect
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17:15 - 22:00ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
4h 45m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
£48Vueling
Mon, 14 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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22:50 - 12:10BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
13h 20m1 stop Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan
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21:40 - 23:10ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
1h 30mdirect
£52Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Volotea Logo
06:45 - 08:05BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
1h 20mdirect
Volotea Logo
21:40 - 23:10ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
1h 30mdirect
£55Volotea
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
Vueling Logo
22:55 - 00:15BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
1h 20mdirect
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19:55 - 15:55ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
20h 00m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Milan Malpensa
£55Vueling
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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09:35 - 10:55BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
1h 20mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 18:20ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
1h 30mdirect
£68Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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13:35 - 20:55BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
7h 20m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:50 - 18:20ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
1h 30mdirect
£72Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Iberia Logo
06:45 - 13:10BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
6h 25m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Iberia Logo
13:45 - 20:50ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
7h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£74Iberia
Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:05 - 08:10BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
11h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:40 - 23:10ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
1h 30mdirect
£76Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
22:55 - 00:15BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
1h 20mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 20:50ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
7h 05m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£82Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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10:50 - 21:00BIO  Bilbao-ALC Alicante
10h 10m2 stops Valencia Oviedo Asturias
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:35 - 09:00ALC  Alicante-BIO Bilbao
1h 25mdirect
£85Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Bilbao to Alicante flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Bilbao to Alicante?

Return flights from Bilbao to Alicante typically range from £66 to £128. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £48 on Vueling.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bilbao to Alicante?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Bilbao to Alicante. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to Alicante?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Bilbao to Alicante at £69 return.
•August (£111) and December (£109) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Bilbao to Alicante the cheapest?

Flights from Bilbao to Alicante are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Bilbao to Alicante flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£16
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Bilbao to Alicante

When to book flights from Bilbao to Alicante

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Your Bilbao to Alicante flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Bilbao to Alicante?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bilbao to Alicante:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:45 and lands at 08:05
    • Latest: departs at 22:55 and lands at 00:15.

    The flight takes about 1h 20m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Bilbao to Alicante?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Bilbao to Alicante.

  • How long is a flight from Bilbao to Alicante?

    A direct flight from Bilbao to Alicante takes 1h 20m, covering 368 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Bilbao to Alicante?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Bilbao to Alicante flight?

    Return flights from Bilbao to Alicante range from £66 to £128, with an average of £93 over the past 12 months. Anything below £66 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Bilbao to Alicante flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 31% above the £93 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Bilbao to Alicante?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £73 return via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN), compared with £92 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Bilbao to Alicante?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £17–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Bilbao to Alicante?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Vueling and Iberia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Bilbao to Alicante spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Bilbao to Alicante flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Bilbao to Alicante looking right now?

    One-way fares from Bilbao to Alicante are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £56.

  • Which car hire options are available at Alicante Airport (ALC)?

    Alicante Airport (ALC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £17 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Record go
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • DRIVALIA
    • Wheego
    • Wiber

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Bilbao to Alicante?

    Flights from Bilbao to Alicante usually depart from Bilbao (BIO) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Bilbao to Alicante?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Bilbao to Alicante?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Bilbao to Alicante route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 26m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Bilbao to Alicante pass through?

    One-stop flights from Bilbao to Alicante most commonly connect through:

    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 94% of one-stop connections
    • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 1% of one-stop connections
    • Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Bilbao to Alicante?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Bilbao to Alicante. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £88 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £102, a difference of £14.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Bilbao to Alicante?

    2 airlines operate flights between Bilbao and Alicante. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Vueling
    • Volotea

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Bilbao to Alicante?

    Flying via Madrid Barajas (MAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 11m, compared to 8h 08m via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) and 9h 25m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).

  • What popular places can I visit in Alicante?

    Some of the most popular sights in Alicante are Playa del Postiguet, El Mercado, and Plaza del Carmen. These are among the most viewed places in Alicante on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Bilbao to Alicante flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Vueling: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Volotea: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Iberia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Bilbao to Alicante flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £88, about £14 less than Monday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Bilbao to Alicante trip for February. Fares historically average £69 return in that month – typically £42 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Volotea. Over the past three months, 96% of Volotea flights from Bilbao to Alicante arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 91%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 26m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £73 return on this route – about £19 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Alicante Airport.

    • Hampton Inn Alicante, Spain

Prefer to fly direct from Bilbao to Alicante?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Bilbao Airport to Alicante Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Bilbao to Alicante

Monday

Volotea,Vueling

Volotea,Vueling

Tuesday

Vueling

Vueling

Wednesday

Volotea,Vueling

Volotea,Vueling

Thursday

Vueling

Vueling

Friday

Volotea,Vueling

Volotea,Vueling

Saturday

Vueling

Vueling

Sunday

Vueling

Vueling

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Direct returns

Alicante to Bilbao

Monday

Volotea,Vueling

Volotea,Vueling

Tuesday

Vueling

Vueling

Wednesday

Volotea,Vueling

Volotea,Vueling

Thursday

Vueling

Vueling

Friday

Volotea,Vueling

Volotea,Vueling

Saturday

Vueling

Vueling

Sunday

Vueling

Vueling

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