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Flight deals from Alicante to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Alicante to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Edinburgh.65 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Alicante on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Alicante.Price includes taxes and charges.From 65 €, select.
Edinburgh.91 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Alicante on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Alicante.Price includes taxes and charges.From 91 €, select.
Edinburgh.95 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Alicante on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Alicante.Price includes taxes and charges.From 95 €, select.
Edinburgh.102 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Sat, 21 Jun.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Alicante on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Alicante.Price includes taxes and charges.From 102 €, select.
Edinburgh.102 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Alicante on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Alicante.Price includes taxes and charges.From 102 €, select.
Edinburgh.103 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Alicante on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Alicante.Price includes taxes and charges.From 103 €, select.
Edinburgh.105 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Alicante on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Alicante.Price includes taxes and charges.From 105 €, select.
Edinburgh.108 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Alicante on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Alicante.Price includes taxes and charges.From 108 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Alicante to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from 160 €
May
from 65 €
Jun
from 111 €
Jul
from 103 €
Aug
from 109 €
Sep
from 110 €
Oct
from 105 €
Nov
from 95 €
Dec
from 119 €
Jan
from 91 €
Feb
from 119 €
Mar
from 148 €

Direct flights from Alicante to Edinburgh

Alicante to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Alicante to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Alicante to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found65 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Alicante to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Alicante to Edinburgh is 65 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Alicante to Edinburgh.
Ryanair, Jet2 and easyJet fly direct from Alicante to Edinburgh.
As of April 2025, there are 14 flights per week flying from Alicante to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Alicante to Edinburgh is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Alicante Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Alicante.

  • Flights from ALC to EDI start from 07:00 — the earliest with easyJet. The latest departure is at 22:00 with easyJet. In total, you can take your pick of 18 weekly Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights.

  • Your ALC to EDI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.

  • With direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Edinburgh (and then other parts of United Kingdom) is easy. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Ryanair.

  • Among carriers operating ALC to EDI flights, Jet2 has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ALC and EDI include:

    • Stansted Airport

    • Bristol Airport

    • George Best Belfast City Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • 22 € is the lowest price for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Return flights start from 65 €. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To secure cheap tickets from ALC to EDI, book your trip six months before your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ALC to EDI.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)

  • 73.22% of flights that depart Alicante-Elche Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Alicante-Elche Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ALC:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:

  • Pick up an Edinburgh Airport rental car and discover Edinburgh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Edinburgh Airport about one week before your trip.

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Edinburgh. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Edinburgh Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ALC to EDI in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 402 kilometres south to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 64 kilometres west of Edinburgh, Glasgow is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

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