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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price on Oct 28
$232
Average ticket price on Oct 28
$414
Fastest journey on Oct 28
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 28
2 h 54 m
Flights on Oct 28
16
Distance
1688 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Alicante to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Manchester will cost around $414 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $232.
On Wed, Oct 28, we found 16 flights from Alicante to Manchester, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 28 the direct flights cover the 1688 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Wed, Oct 28 the longest flights will take 3 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
U25521
FR 2071
VY1303 · VY7754
VY1301 · VY7754
U22014
FR 4006
FR 2071
FR 4028
U22014
U25521Flights from Alicante to Manchester depart on average 35 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 1048 miles (1688 km) distance in 2h 45m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1048 miles (1688 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Flights per day 35 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 2h 45m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Manchester flights for today, Tuesday, October 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1366+ BA7076 · BA7052 | 9:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 14h50 | 11:20 AM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1368+ BA7060 · BA7076 | 9:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 17h35 | 2:05 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1368+ BA7076 · BA7052 | 9:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 17h35 | 2:05 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
BA1368+ BA7076 · BA7066 | 9:30 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 17h35 | 2:05 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, October 28 | |||||
VY1303 · VY7754 | 6:55 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 7h00 | 12:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5129 · IB5854 | 6:55 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 7h00 | 12:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
VY1301 · VY7754 | 8:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 5h50 | 12:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
IB5127 · IB5854 | 8:05 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 5h50 | 12:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS436+ SN2906 · SN2183 | 9:55 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 12h40 | 9:35 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS436 · OS297+ SN2183 | 9:55 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 12h40 | 9:35 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
OS436 · OS295+ SN2183 | 9:55 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 12h40 | 9:35 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
FR 2071 | 10:20 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 2h50 | 12:10 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U22014 | 11:10 AM Alicante Elche Airport | 3h00 | 1:10 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AT895 · AT818 | 12:10 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 28h55 | 4:05 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3772 · SN2183 | 1:05 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 9h30 | 9:35 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN3772 · SN2617+ LH4222 | 1:05 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h40 | 10:45 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
SN3772 · SN2615+ LH4222 | 1:05 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 10h40 | 10:45 PM Manchester Airport | 2 transfers | |
U25521 | 1:05 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 3h00 | 3:05 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4028 | 2:55 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 2h50 | 4:45 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FR 4006 | 5:20 PM Alicante Elche Airport | 2h50 | 7:10 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Alicante to Manchester flights use the Alicante Elche Airport to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Manchester airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Alicante Elche Airport is 9 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante Elche Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante Elche Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante Elche Airport: Ramps, toilets.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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