Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Belfast: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast is 3 hours.
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0. The city is one hour behind Alicante, where Alicante-Elche Airport is located.
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) is the most popular route, with 17 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from ALC to BFS is with easyJet at 21:10. Opt for the first departure with easyJet at 06:20 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ALC to Belfast flight.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast ticket. Start your trip at ALC and land at Belfast International Airport (BFS).
You'll have your pick of carriers offering direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast. Get on board with any of these:
We make it easy to book plane tickets from ALC to Belfast with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey from central Alicante to ALC takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to ALC? If you've booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
73.22% of flights that leave from Alicante-Elche Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Belfast
£13 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast flight. A return plane ticket right now is £39. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ALC to Belfast.
The best month for picking up cheap Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ALC to Belfast.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 20 miles away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 2 hours.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Pick up a Belfast International Airport rental car and discover Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Belfast International Airport about three weeks before your flight from ALC to Belfast can help you get the best possible rate.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 5 miles from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near BHD. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your ALC to Belfast flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Budget, Sixt and Alamo.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Travel to Belfast during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from ALC to Belfast in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
After booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Belfast, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belfast:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are must-do's during your Belfast adventure.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 220 miles south-east of Belfast, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 260 miles south-east of Belfast, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.