Cheap Flights from Madrid to Alicante

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid to Alicante? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Alicante

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

Direct flights from Madrid to Alicante

Madrid to Alicante: Alternative routes

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

Madrid to Alicante: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$78
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 16 mins
Most popular airlineAir Europa
Average flights per week193

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Alicante: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Alicante is $78. 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 16 minutes is the average flight time from Madrid to Alicante.
Air Europa, Etihad Airways and Aeromexico fly direct from Madrid to Alicante.
As of February 2025, there are 193 flights per week flying from Madrid to Alicante.
The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Alicante is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Alicante Airport on Saturday, 26 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 16 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 Alicante 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 Alicante is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Iberia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Alicante.

Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport take 1 hour 10 minutes. Alicante and Madrid are in the same timezone (UTC+1), which means you won't need to adjust your watch when you arrive.

  • Flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport start from 07:05 — the first with Air Europa. The latest flight in the day is the 21:30 service with Iberia. Overall, you can take your pick of 377 services every week between MAD and ALC.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Air Europa runs direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to take in the sights in Alicante — plus maybe even more of Spain if time allows.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MAD and ALC include:

    • Ibiza Airport

    • Bilbao Airport

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport

  • After booking your cheap ticket from MAD to ALC, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required since you're flying within Spain. As long as you have some other form of identification, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.

How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

  • $49 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Return flights start from $78. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap flight tickets from MAD to ALC by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from MAD to ALC every day.

  • Use filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

  • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 37 minutes.

  • After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near MAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante

  • Alicante-Elche Airport to the centre of Alicante takes around 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 47 minutes.

When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Alicante in February.

  • The warmest month in Alicante is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from MAD to ALC sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Alicante

  • Start your Alicante trip right by finding an amazing stay. After booking your flight from MAD to ALC, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. MARQ Archaeological Museum of Alicante, Bandera de Españan and Campo COMRADES are must-visits when exploring Alicante.

Complete your Alicante trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Alicante-Elche Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Alicante holiday.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.