Cheap Flights from Alicante to Barcelona

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Barcelona

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Alicante to Barcelona flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Alicante to Barcelona

Alicante to Barcelona: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Alicante to Barcelona below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Barcelona.

Alicante to Barcelona: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$50
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 14 mins
Most popular airlineIberia
Average flights per week89

Finding cheap flights from Alicante to Barcelona: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Alicante to Barcelona is $50. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Alicante to Barcelona.
Iberia, Qatar Airways and Vueling Airlines fly direct from Alicante to Barcelona.
As of February 2025, there are 89 flights per week flying from Alicante to Barcelona.
The cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Barcelona is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Alicante Airport to Barcelona Airport on Tuesday, 1 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Barcelona but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Barcelona is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Barcelona.

Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport take 1 hour 14 minutes. Barcelona and Alicante share the same timezone (UTC+1), which means you won't need to change your watch once you land.

  • There are 125 flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport weekly. Choose the 00:10 flight if you want to leave as early as possible. If you're keen to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from ALC to BCN departs at 23:50.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Vueling runs direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to see the sights in Barcelona — plus maybe even more of Spain if your schedule allows.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the ALC - BCN route are:

    • Menorca Airport

    • Ibiza Airport

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport

  • When flying within Spain, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to bring another form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from ALC to BCN, make sure your ID is valid before you travel.

How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is $25. The cheapest price for a return flight is $50. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap flight tickets from ALC to BCN by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from ALC to BCN is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Play around with filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Alicante, Alicante-Elche Airport can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport is roughly 47 minutes.

  • After a handy hotel close to ALC? If you're on an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near BCN:

Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona

  • Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 33 minutes.

When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Barcelona. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you want to visit Barcelona during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to BCN in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC then.

More about Barcelona

  • Start your Barcelona trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. After booking your flight from ALC to BCN, have a look at our selection of hotel options including:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are among the things you can't miss in Barcelona.

Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Barcelona stay.

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