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Cheapest return flight
£133
Typical prices: £66-£139
Iberia
Fri 9/11Wed 14/11
SDR - ALC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£90
Typical prices: £34-£77
Vueling
Tue 11/12
SDR - ALC • 1 stop
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Santander and Alicante. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 33% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £132 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santander to Alicante (SDR-ALC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Santander to Alicante

Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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06:30 - 13:10SDR  Santander-ALC Alicante
6h 40m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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13:45 - 21:00ALC  Alicante-SDR Santander
7h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£133Iberia
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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22:15 - 07:20SDR  Santander-ALC Alicante
9h 05m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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16:05 - 20:35ALC  Alicante-SDR Santander
4h 30m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£144Vueling
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
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06:30 - 13:10SDR  Santander-ALC Alicante
6h 40m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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10:40 - 17:35ALC  Alicante-SDR Santander
6h 55m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£160Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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18:00 - 08:10SDR  Santander-ALC Alicante
14h 10m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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08:05 - 12:20ALC  Alicante-SDR Santander
4h 15m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
£230Vueling
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Santander 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 Santander to Alicante?

Return flights from Santander to Alicante typically range from £66 to £139. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £133 on Iberia.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santander to Alicante. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 70% higher.

Key details for Santander to Alicante flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

£90
Beat the crowds with an average 83% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Santander to Alicante

When to book flights from Santander to Alicante

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santander 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 Santander 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 Santander to Alicante?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 11:40 and lands at 13:00
    • Latest: departs at 20:35 and lands at 21:55.

    The flight takes about 1h 20m.

  • How long is a flight from Santander to Alicante?

    A direct flight from Santander to Alicante takes 1h 20m, covering 394 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santander 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 Santander to Alicante flight?

    Return flights from Santander to Alicante range from £66 to £139, with an average of £96 over the past 12 months. Anything below £66 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £87 return, compared with £132 via a stopover through Madrid Barajas (MAD).

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £41–£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 Santander 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 Airbus A319 variants.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £133 to £230. That means the highest observed fare was about 72% higher than the lowest one.

  • Is it cheaper to take a train or bus instead of flying between Santander and Alicante?

    Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Santander and Alicante is around £133 return, with a flight time of about 6h 40m. Recent return train fares are around £73 return, with a trip time of about 8h 57m. Compared with flying, recent train fares are roughly 45% lower. However, the train takes about 2+ hours longer each way.

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

    One-way fares from Santander to Alicante are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £332, which is 523% above 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 £17 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Santander to Alicante usually depart from Santander (SDR) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).

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

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

    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 84% of one-stop connections
    • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Santander to Alicante. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £88 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £163, a difference of £74.

    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 Santander to Alicante?

    Only Vueling operates flights between Santander and Alicante.

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

    Flying via Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan (PMI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 39m, compared to 5h 12m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) and 5h 54m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

  • 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 Santander 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
    • 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 Santander 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £88, about £74 less than Sunday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santander to Alicante trip for January. Fares historically average £64 return in that month – typically £75 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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

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Santander to Alicante

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