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

• Earliest: departs at 06:15 and lands at 08:37
• Latest: departs at 20:55 and lands at 23:17.

The flight takes about 2h 22m.

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

A direct flight from Bournemouth to Alicante takes 2h 22m, covering 865 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Bournemouth to Alicante range from £89 to £183, with an average of £132 over the past 12 months. Anything below £89 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 1% above the route average of £132. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £131 return, compared with £166 via a stopover through Ibiza (IBZ).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £25–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

One-way fares from Bournemouth to Alicante are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £50, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

Alicante Airport (ALC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Goldcar Rental SP
• Record go
• Wheego
• DRIVALIA
• Wiber

Flights from Bournemouth to Alicante usually depart from Bournemouth (BOH) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).

Connecting flights from Bournemouth to Alicante most commonly pass through:

• Ibiza (IBZ) – 50% of one-stop connections
• Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 50% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Bournemouth to Alicante route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £108 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £153, a difference of £45. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

• Ryanair
• Jet2

Flying via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 01m, compared to 11h 14m via Ibiza (IBZ).

Alicante is 1 hour ahead of Bournemouth (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Bournemouth to Alicante flights:

• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Jet2: a cabin bag in Economy class class

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