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Cheapest return flight
£143
Typical prices: £159-£263
Norwegian
Wed 17/1Sun 21/1
HEL - ALC • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£145
Typical prices: £157-£256
Ryanair
Tue 6/11Tue 13/11
HEL - ALC • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Norwegian, Ryanair, and Finnair. Average duration is 4h 33m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 83% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £140 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Helsinki to Alicante (HEL-ALC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Helsinki to Alicante

Sun, 17 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
Norwegian Logo
11:00 - 19:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
9h 45m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
Norwegian Logo
10:30 - 15:50ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
4h 20mdirect
£143Norwegian
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
Ryanair Logo
12:00 - 15:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
4h 40mdirect
Ryanair Logo
06:00 - 11:25ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
4h 25mdirect
£145Ryanair
Sun, 17 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
Norwegian Logo
06:15 - 09:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
4h 30mdirect
Norwegian Logo
10:30 - 15:50ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
4h 20mdirect
£147Norwegian
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
Ryanair Logo
12:00 - 15:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
4h 40mdirect
Ryanair Logo
06:00 - 11:25ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
4h 25mdirect
£151Ryanair
Sun, 17 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
Norwegian Logo
11:00 - 19:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
9h 45m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
Norwegian Logo
10:30 - 15:50ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
4h 20mdirect
£155Norwegian
Fri, 6 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
Ryanair Logo
12:00 - 15:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
4h 40mdirect
Ryanair Logo
06:00 - 11:25ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
4h 25mdirect
£156Ryanair
Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
Norwegian Logo
06:15 - 09:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
4h 30mdirect
Norwegian Logo
14:25 - 22:25ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
7h 00m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
£157Norwegian
Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
Norwegian Logo
06:15 - 09:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
4h 30mdirect
Norwegian Logo
14:25 - 22:25ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
7h 00m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
£158Norwegian
Sun, 31 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
Norwegian Logo
06:15 - 09:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
4h 30mdirect
Norwegian Logo
10:30 - 15:50ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
4h 20mdirect
£162Norwegian
Sun, 27 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:15 - 09:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ALC Alicante
4h 30mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:35 - 01:35ALC  Alicante-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
6h 00m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£190Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Helsinki to Alicante flights

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

How much is a return flight from Helsinki to Alicante?

Return flights from Helsinki to Alicante start at £143. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £159 to £263. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £143 on Norwegian.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Helsinki to Alicante and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Alicante at £147 return.
•October (£298) and December (£235) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 102% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Helsinki to Alicante the cheapest?

Flights from Helsinki to Alicante are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Helsinki to Alicante flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£77
Best time to beat the crowds (27% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)
Flights from Helsinki to Alicante

When to book flights from Helsinki to Alicante

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Helsinki to Alicante based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Helsinki to Alicante flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 06:15 and lands at 10:48
    • Latest: departs at 21:50 and lands at 02:23.

    The flight takes about 4h 33m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Helsinki to Alicante?

    A direct flight from Helsinki to Alicante takes 4h 33m, covering 1,881 miles.

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

    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.

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

    Return flights from Helsinki to Alicante range from £159 to £263, with an average of £202 over the past 12 months. Anything below £159 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 32% above the route average of £202. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £140 return via London Stansted (STN), compared with £198 for direct.

  • How does Norwegian's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Helsinki to Alicante flights?

    Norwegian is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Finnair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Helsinki to Alicante flights are:

    • Norwegian: 83% on time
    • Finnair: 81% on time
    • Ryanair: 80% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £17–£76 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 Helsinki to Alicante?

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

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Helsinki to Alicante flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Helsinki to Alicante changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £143 to £965. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Helsinki to Alicante flights?

    Finnair is the only airline on the Helsinki to Alicante route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Helsinki to Alicante are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £90, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • Record go
    • Wheego
    • DRIVALIA
    • Wiber

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

    Flights from Helsinki to Alicante usually depart from Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Helsinki to Alicante?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Helsinki 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 Helsinki to Alicante route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 47 minutes.

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

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

    • Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Helsinki to Alicante route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £191 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £218, a difference of £27. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Helsinki to Alicante?

    3 airlines operate flights between Helsinki and Alicante. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Norwegian
    • Ryanair
    • Finnair

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

    Flying via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 54m, compared to 7h 37m via Riga Intl (RIX) and 8h 10m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Helsinki and Alicante?

    Alicante is 1 hour behind Helsinki (Central European Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Helsinki to Alicante flights?

    Among airlines operating Helsinki to Alicante flights:

    • Ryanair: offers free seat selection
    • Norwegian: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Finnair: offers free seat selection

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

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

    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
    • Norwegian: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Finnair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

Your guide to booking Helsinki 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average £191 – about £27 less than Sunday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Helsinki to Alicante trip for January. Fares historically average £147 return in that month – typically £150 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Norwegian is the strongest pick on this route. 83% of Norwegian flights from Helsinki to Alicante arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 81%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour47 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Stansted Airport (STN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £140 return on this route – about £58 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 Helsinki to Alicante?

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

Direct departures

Helsinki-Vantaa to Alicante

Monday

Finnair,Norwegian,Ryanair

Finnair,Norwegian, +1 more

Tuesday

Norwegian

Norwegian

Wednesday

Finnair,Norwegian

Finnair,Norwegian

Thursday

Finnair,Norwegian,Ryanair

Finnair,Norwegian, +1 more

Friday

Norwegian,Ryanair

Norwegian,Ryanair

Saturday

Norwegian,Ryanair

Norwegian,Ryanair

Sunday

Finnair,Norwegian,Ryanair

Finnair,Norwegian, +1 more

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Direct returns

Alicante to Helsinki-Vantaa

Monday

Norwegian,Ryanair

Norwegian,Ryanair

Tuesday

Finnair,Norwegian

Finnair,Norwegian

Wednesday

Finnair,Norwegian

Finnair,Norwegian

Thursday

Finnair,Norwegian,Ryanair

Finnair,Norwegian, +1 more

Friday

Norwegian,Ryanair

Norwegian,Ryanair

Saturday

Norwegian,Ryanair

Norwegian,Ryanair

Sunday

Finnair,Norwegian,Ryanair

Finnair,Norwegian, +1 more

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