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Price, demand, and travel trends for York to Alicante flights
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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from York to Alicante?
Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from York to Alicante. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from York to Alicante?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from York to Alicante, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
•January is the cheapest month to fly from York to Alicante at £81 return. •May (£177) and December (£143) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 117% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from York to Alicante the cheapest?
Flights from York to Alicante are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
Which airline offers the most direct flights between York and Alicante?
Ryanair and easyJet offer the most frequent direct flights from York to Alicante at 17 and 14 flights per week, respectively. Jet2 is another good option, operating 6 flights per week. Based on KAYAK flight data over the last 3 months.
How often are flights from York to Alicante delayed?
Over the last three months, York to Alicante flights were delayed 28% of the time. Delayed flights averaged 2h 02m behind schedule.
What’s the most punctual time of day to fly from York to Alicante?
Morning flights have the fewest delays. Afternoon departures experience delays most often.
Which day of the week has the fewest delays on York to Alicante flights?
Tuesday has the fewest flight delays on the York to Alicante route, with only 18% of flights delayed. Saturday has the most delays at 36%.
Which airline is the most punctual on York to Alicante flights?
Ryanair is the most punctual airline on York to Alicante flights. 76% of flights were on time in the past three months.
What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from York to Alicante?
KAYAK data for 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same stopover on both legs.
Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) is the most popular stopover for the York to Alicante route. 30% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via BCN.
What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from York to Alicante?
Flights via Cork (ORK) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of £101. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
Which route with a stopover is the fastest from York to Alicante?
Bilbao (BIO) offers the shortest 1-stop connection from York to Alicante at 4h 57m one-way, 2h 09m longer than the 2h 48m direct flight. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from York to Alicante, which airport offers the shortest stopover?
Bilbao (BIO) had the shortest average connection time for York to Alicante stopovers at 3h 12m over the past 3 months.
How many direct flights run daily between York and Alicante?
There are 5 to 6 flights per day from York to Alicante, about 37 flights per week. Saturday has the most departures, with 16% of weekly flights.
What time of day do most flights depart from York to Alicante?
Based on KAYAK flight schedules for the upcoming 3 months.
Most direct flights from York to Alicante depart in the morning, accounting for 60% of direct departures. Around 3 flights are scheduled in that window over the next three months.
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Your York 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 York to Alicante?
These are the earliest and latest flight times available from York to Alicante:
• Earliest: departs at 05:45 and lands at 08:33 • Latest: departs at 21:30 and lands at 00:18.
The flight takes about 2h 48m.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from York to Alicante?
Only Economy class is available on flights from York to Alicante.
How long is a flight from York to Alicante?
A direct flight from York to Alicante takes 2h 48m, covering 1,082 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from York 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 York to Alicante flight?
Return flights from York to Alicante range from £86 to £180, with an average of £126 over the past 12 months. Anything below £86 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute York to Alicante flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 10% below the route average of £126. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.
How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from York to Alicante?
On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £101 return via Cork (ORK), compared with £125 for direct.
How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from York to Alicante?
Ryanair is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while easyJet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on York to Alicante flights are:
• Ryanair: 76% on time • easyJet: 72% on time • Jet2: 65% on time
On average, flights on this route are punctual 72% of the time.
What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from York to Alicante?
There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £15–£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 York to Alicante?
The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair and Jet2. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.
How are flight departures from York to Alicante spread across the day?
Morning is the busiest departure period on York to Alicante flights, with 60% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.
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:
• Record go • Goldcar Rental SP • DRIVALIA • Wheego • Wiber
Which airports can I use when flying from York to Alicante?
Flights from York to Alicante usually depart from Manchester (MAN) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).
What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from York to Alicante?
Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.
At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from York 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 York to Alicante route, 28% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 02m.
Which airports do connecting flights from York to Alicante pass through?
One-stop flights from York to Alicante most commonly connect through:
• Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 30% of one-stop connections • Zurich (ZRH) – 24% of one-stop connections • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 10% of one-stop connections • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from York to Alicante?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from York to Alicante. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at £109 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £143, a difference of £34.
Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
Which airlines fly from York to Alicante?
4 airlines operate flights between York and Alicante. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:
• Ryanair • easyJet • Jet2 • Ryanair
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from York to Alicante?
Flying via Bilbao (BIO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 57m, compared to 5h 12m via Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) and 7h 06m via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN).
What is the time difference between York and Alicante?
Alicante is 1 hour ahead of York (Central European Time vs British 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 York to Alicante flights?
Among airlines operating York to Alicante flights:
Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.
Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on York 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 • easyJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class • Jet2: 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.
Can I leave my car at Alicante Airport?
There are several airport parking options at Alicante Airport. Low-cost options can be booked through the airport’s parking search engine, with fees starting at around €12 (£11) per day; however, availability is limited. Onsite booking options range from long-stay parking at around €17 (£15) per day to general parking at around €30 (£27) per day.
Are there any lounge areas at Alicante Airport?
Alicante Airport has a lounge area located on the third floor. The Salon Ifach Lounge offers travellers runway views, a selection of snacks and beverages, WiFi connection, business/conference facilities and contemporary furniture to relax in before the flight. The cost of access to the lounge area starts at approximately €32 (£29).
Does Alicante Airport have an onsite hotel?
Alicante Airport does not feature an onsite hotel, however, there are several options to choose from nearby. Ranging from around €50 (£45) to €300 (£268) per night, travellers can choose from several nearby accommodation options, including seaside villas and rural hotels. Most of the nearby hotels offer a free shuttle to Alicante Airport for those early morning flights.
What are the airport restaurant options in Alicante Airport?
If you need to grab a last-minute bite before your flight back to Manchester or to your next destination, Alicante Airport has a handful of options to choose from. With cafes like Caffriccio and Costa Coffee, fast food options and full-service restaurants, you can refuel any way you like. Most of the airport’s restaurants are located on level 2 of the terminal.
What visa do I need to visit Alicante?
British travellers do not need to have a visa to visit Spain on short trips of less than 90 days. Instead, you will need a UK passport that remains valid for three months after you arrive in Spain. According to Schengen State rules, you should also make sure that your passport is less than 10 years old from its issue date.
How can I leave my car at Manchester Airport?
If you want to leave your car at Manchester Airport during your trip to Alicante, you will find long-stay car parks conveniently located at the terminals. Long-stay parking at Manchester Airport costs around €69 (£60) for an eight-day stay and can be pre-booked online. They are securely monitored 24 hours a day and are located just a short walk from the terminals.
Your guide to booking York 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average £109, about £34 less than Friday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your York to Alicante trip for January. Fares historically average £81 return in that month – typically £96 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Ryanair. Over the past three months, 76% of Ryanair flights from York to Alicante arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 72%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 02m, 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 Cork Airport (ORK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £101 return on this route – about £24 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.
When you’re booking your flight from Manchester to Alicante, you’ll notice that Alicante itself only has one airport to choose from. Alicante-Elche Airport is the fifth-busiest airport in Spain by international passenger traffic and serves the entire Valencian community and the region of Murcia. Luckily, there are many non-stop flights available between Manchester and Alicante.
The direct flight time from Manchester to Alicante is just under 3 hours. Most of the flights between the two cities are operated by budget airlines Ryanair, easyJet and Eurowings. Flights with other airlines are available, however the majority of non-stop flights between Alicante and Manchester are with these airlines.
Travelling with youngsters? Alicante-Elche Airport features a play area on the second floor of the airport in the departures area to keep younger travellers occupied and entertained while waiting for their return flights or the flight to their next destination. There is also a lactation room in this area for mothers travelling with infants.
Getting to Alicante city centre after your flight from Manchester to Alicante is easy enough. The C6 bus takes passengers from the airport terminal building to Alicante city centre every twenty minutes. If you’re travelling onto Elche, you can take the 1A bus that arrives once every hour. Fares for these buses are around €3.85 (£3.50).
If you’d like to travel by train, you’ll have to catch the connecting C6 bus to the RENFE/TRAM station. From here, you can catch a train to Alicante city centre. If you’re travelling on from Alicante, you can take a train to several other areas throughout Alicante, Valencia, Murcia and the rest of Spain.
If you want to find cheap flights from Manchester to Alicante and minimise your carbon footprint when you travel, you can find low-emission routes with KAYAK’s CO2 search filter. Flights from Manchester to Alicante with Ryanair are generally greener and more cost-effective options and can lower your carbon output by around 40%. Most Ryanair flights from Manchester to Alicante are direct, although some routes may include one layover in Madrid. Choosing flights with a layover can increase your travel costs and add around 10 hours to your journey time.
Alicante Elche Airport (ALC) has plenty of facilities for passengers who want to hire a car when they arrive. Travellers landing at Alicante Airport will find a wide range of car hire desks available inside the main arrivals terminal.
To get from Manchester city centre to Manchester Airport (MAN), passengers can take the northern TransPennine Line from Manchester Piccadilly train station. This train departs very regularly and will get you to the airport in around 35min. Tickets for this journey usually cost around €5 (£4).
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