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

• Earliest: departs at 05:45 and lands at 08:34
• Latest: departs at 21:25 and lands at 00:14.

The flight takes about 2h 49m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Dublin to Alicante.

A direct flight from Dublin to Alicante takes 2h 49m, covering 2,797 km.

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.

Return flights from Dublin to Alicante range from €151 to €271, with an average of €199 over the past 12 months. Anything below €151 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the €199 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average €122 return via Birmingham (BHX), compared with €202 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge €20–€89 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Ryanair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Dublin to Alicante flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Evening flights for 33%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Dublin to Alicante are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about €44, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

Flights from Dublin to Alicante usually depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Alicante (ALC).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night 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 Dublin to Alicante route, 27% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 07m.

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

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 29% of one-stop connections
• Leeds/Bradford (LBA) – 21% of one-stop connections
• Manchester (MAN) – 17% of one-stop connections
• Zurich (ZRH) – 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Dublin to Alicante. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at €185 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at €226, a difference of €41.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Dublin and Alicante. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Ryanair
• Aer Lingus

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 22m, compared to 7h 34m via Bristol (BRS) and 7h 34m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

Alicante is 1 hour ahead of Dublin (Central European Time vs Irish 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, El Mercado, and Plaza del Carmen. These are among the most viewed places in Alicante on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Dublin to Alicante flights:

• Ryanair: offers free seat selection
• Aer Lingus: offers extra legroom; 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
• Aer Lingus: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

You’ll find several airlines offering direct flights between Alicante and Dublin. Ryanair offers flights with direct routes from Dublin to Alicante. You will also find direct flights offered by Aer Lingus. If you’re flying with KLM, you can expect to find flights with a single layover in Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

There are a couple of transport options available from Alicante Airport to the city centre. One of the more preferred options is to take an airport taxi. This trip will generally take around 15min to reach the city centre and will cost roughly €21. Another option is to take the C-6 bus line from outside the main building on the second floor. This trip will cost around €8 and can take close to 30min.