Cheap flights from Dublin to Alicante

Book about a month ahead to secure the lowest base fares, then adjust your calendar around midweek departures when demand softens. October stands as the quietest period on this route, while spring and autumn bring steady daylight and manageable crowds. You will find price calendars covering every single month, letting you shift your trip if summer rates climb too high for your budget.

Low cost carriers like Ryanair and Vueling typically charge separately for checked bags and seat selection, while full service operators such as Aer Lingus, British Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Iberia Express, Scandinavian Airlines, Transavia France, Emerald Airlines, and Norwegian International include those items in the base ticket. Some of these airlines operate direct services from Dublin, whereas others route passengers through secondary hubs to keep fares competitive. You should compare exactly what sits inside your fare before confirming any reservation.

You will touch down at Alicante airport, which sits a short drive east of the city centre near the coast. Regular shuttle buses and taxis run frequently between the terminal and the main transport hub, placing you within walking distance of the historic quarter or the marina by evening. Keep an eye on departure boards for late night arrivals when public transit frequency drops, and allow extra time to secure ground transport during peak holiday windows.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Spanish

Emergency number

112, 061, 091

Driving side

right

Calling code

+34

Internet domain

.es

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Alicante

366 k (2025)

Time zone

UTC+02 (Europe/Madrid)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check if your ticket covers checked luggage since low cost fares often exclude it.
• Confirm departure gate locations early as terminals sometimes split domestic and international flights.
• Allow plenty of buffer time between separate tickets on connecting journeys through partner hubs.
• Carry valid travel documents that meet Spanish entry requirements for your nationality and check renewal dates early.
• Plan your ground transport ahead of time to avoid waiting outside the terminal when shuttle schedules slow down.