Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Birmingham is one hour behind Alicante and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from ALC to BHX start at 06:00 — the first with Ryanair. The latest departure is at 22:05 with Jet2. Overall, you can choose from 28 weekly Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ALC to BHX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can fly nonstop to Birmingham, United Kingdom. Take off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering ALC to BHX flights is Ryanair. Its services land without delay 76.54% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between ALC and BHX:
Bordeaux Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
£23 is currently the best price for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. A return flight starts at £55. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ALC to BHX.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ALC to BHX.
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Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
When it comes to Alicante-Elche Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.22% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ALC:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BHX instead:
Pick up a Birmingham International Airport rental car and discover Birmingham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Birmingham International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is approximately 15 miles from central Birmingham. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
June is the most popular month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Birmingham in January.
When reserving your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Birmingham International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ALC to BHX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 100 miles south-east of Birmingham, a trip to London will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 75 miles south-west of Birmingham. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.
