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

• Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 8:27 am
• Latest: departs at 8:15 pm and lands at 10:57 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 42m.

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

A nonstop flight from Nottingham to Alicante takes 2h 42m, covering 1,005 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 Nottingham to Alicante range from $139 to $292, with an average of $205 over the past 12 months. Anything below $139 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 9% below the route average of $205. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$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 Jet2 and Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

One-way fares from Nottingham to Alicante are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $56, which is 31% 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 Nottingham to Alicante usually depart from Nottingham East Midlands (EMA) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).

Night 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 Nottingham to Alicante route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 59m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Nottingham to Alicante. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $178 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $247, a difference of $69.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Nottingham and Alicante. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Ryanair
• Jet2

Alicante is 1 hour ahead of Nottingham (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 Nottingham to Alicante flights:

• Ryanair: 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
• Jet2: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• TUI Airways: 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.

Yes, there are direct flights to Alicante from East Midlands Airport with Jet2 and TUI Airways. You can also complete the journey with a one-stop flight on Ryanair, which will see you stopping in Warsaw for the changeover. You can opt for two-stop flights if you have more time to complete the journey.

With the city centre of Alicante being so close to the airport, public transportation is no problem at all. There is no railway line, but buses are popular and run every 30min from the airport into the city. The most frequently used bus line is the C-6 bus, which costs around €3.80 (£3.20) for a one-way ticket into the city. Taxis can also be found right outside the arrivals terminal.

There are several car hire companies at Alicante Airport, conveniently placed together in the Car Rental Area near the arrivals terminal. Choices include global favourites such as Avis, Budget, Europcar, SIXT, and Hertz.

There are no hotels actually within the airport grounds, but a great many choices within a short distance of the airport. Try Hotel Areca Alicante-Elche for some luxury R&R at the spa before you start your onward trip, or opt for a good mid-price hotel such as the Ibis Alicante. Travellers looking to save on budget can try the comfortable Hostal El Altet or Hostal Mesegeur.