Travelling from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport.
The timezone in Cardiff is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Alicante.
Take your pick of six weekly Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport flights. The 09:20 departure with Vueling is the earliest available. Vueling operates the latest service of the day at 19:20.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ALC to CWL flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Vueling is your ticket to exploring Cardiff (and perhaps some other great parts of the United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Vueling.
With 76.0% of its services landing as planned, Vueling is the most punctual carrier operating ALC to CWL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between ALC and CWL:
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Dublin Airport
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How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante Airport (ALC) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport flight is $51. A round-trip ticket right now is $86. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from ALC to CWL, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ALC to CWL.
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Handy information about Alicante Airport (ALC)
79% of flights that take off from Alicante Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Alicante Airport from central Alicante, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ALC:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
If you're getting in on a late Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CWL:
Grab a Cardiff Airport rental car and explore Cardiff and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Enterprise are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Cardiff Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to central Cardiff has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport is November, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cardiff based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Alicante Airport to Cardiff Airport for July if you want to visit Cardiff during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 22ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to CWL in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Cardiff. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Manchester is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 225 kilometres north of Cardiff. No journey is complete without visiting Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.