Flying from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Manchester is one hour behind Alicante and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Each week, there are 47 Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, select the 00:20 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 23:55 with Jet2.
Your ALC to MAN flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
With direct flights from Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Manchester (and then other parts of the United Kingdom) is easy. You can fly nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates ALC to MAN flights, with 73.89% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ALC and MAN include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Right now, $28 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $70. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ALC to MAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
Of all flights departing from Alicante Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
Alicante Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ALC:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAN instead:
Grab a Manchester Airport rental car and discover Manchester and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Manchester. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Alicante Airport to Manchester Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Manchester, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALC to MAN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south-east of Manchester, a visit to London will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 113 kilometres south of Manchester. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham are highlights.