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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Bristol to Alicante:

• Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 8:16 am
• Latest: departs at 9:45 pm and lands at 12:16 am.

The flight takes about 2h 31m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Bristol to Alicante.

A nonstop flight from Bristol to Alicante takes 2h 31m, covering 911 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Bristol to Alicante range from $107 to $234, with an average of $162 over the past 12 months. Anything below $107 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 9% below the route average of $162. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $162 round-trip and layover options via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) at $156.

Jet2 is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Ryanair has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Bristol to Alicante flights are:

• Jet2: 90% on time
• Ryanair: 85% on time
• easyJet: 81% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $24–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Bristol to Alicante flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $62 to $601. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Bristol to Alicante are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $45, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

Alicante Airport (ALC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Record go
• Goldcar Rental SP
• DRIVALIA
• Wheego
• Wiber

Flights from Bristol to Alicante usually depart from Bristol (BRS) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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 Bristol to Alicante route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 45m.

One-stop flights from Bristol to Alicante most commonly connect through:

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Madrid Barajas (MAD) - 25% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Bristol to Alicante. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $130 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $193, a difference of $63.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Bristol and Alicante. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• easyJet
• Ryanair
• Jet2

Flying via Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 09m, compared with 12h 20m via Madrid Barajas (MAD) and 17h 02m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

Alicante is 1 hour ahead of Bristol (Central European Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Alicante are Playa del Postiguet, Plaza de Calvo Sotelo and Teatro Principal de Alicante. These are among the most viewed places in Alicante on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Bristol to Alicante flights:

• Ryanair: offers free seat selection
• easyJet: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

At Alicante Airport, there are many options for your onward journey. The C6 bus costs about €3.85 (£3.30) and takes around 25min to reach the centre. Departing every 30min throughout the day from the front of the terminal building, it is a good option for those travelling on a budget. A taxi costs about €21 (£18) and is a quicker option, taking around 15min to get to the centre of Alicante.

Yes, you can a direct flight from Bristol to Alicante with 3 airlines, meaning you have plenty of choices when it comes to flight times and prices. With budget airlines offering these routes too, you should find a great deal. You can choose between flights from Ryanair, easyJet, and TUI, which fly throughout the week to sunny Spain.

Yes, for about £5, you can book a fast track ticket at Bristol Airport, which means you do not have to wait in the queues to get through airport security. You do not need to book in advance for this, but on-the-day prices tend to be more expensive at around £6. You will need to arrive at the express lane in the time slot you are provided during your booking and show your QR code.

Yes, if you have an early flight, or maybe you just don’t want to be in a rush the day you travel, you can stay in a hotel at Bristol Airport the night before your flight. Hotels such as Hampton by Hilton are located only a short distance from the airport, making it a great place to stay ahead of your flight.