Direct (nonstop) flights from Manchester to Alicante

4 airlines fly nonstop from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC). It's 1,044 miles (1,680 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK and others.

MAN
Manchester Airport
🇬🇧 Manchester, United Kingdom
ALC
Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport
🇪🇸 Alicante, Spain
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,044 mi
1,680 km
CO₂/pax
176 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Ryanair +3
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Ryanair Ryanair Jet2 Jet2 Ryanair UK Ryanair UK easyJet easyJet

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
MAN → ALC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,044 mi
Jet2 LS Jet2
Route
MAN → ALC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,044 mi
Ryanair UK RK Ryanair UK
Route
MAN → ALC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,044 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
MAN → ALC
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
1,044 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Manchester to Alicante with one stop · direct emits 176 kg CO₂ per passenger

MAN SOU (Southampton) ALC
Leg 1: 50m (171 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (875 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → SOU
50m · 171 mi
View MAN to SOU flights →
Leg 2
SOU → ALC
2h 15m · 875 mi
View SOU to ALC flights →
MAN EXT (Exeter) ALC
Leg 1: 55m (188 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (871 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → EXT
55m · 188 mi
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Leg 2
EXT → ALC
2h 30m · 871 mi
View EXT to ALC flights →
MAN BOD (Bordeaux) ALC
Leg 1: 1h 55m (593 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (451 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 218 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → BOD
1h 55m · 593 mi
View MAN to BOD flights →
Leg 2
BOD → ALC
1h 30m · 451 mi
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MAN SDR (Santander) ALC
Leg 1: 2h 5m (690 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (393 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → SDR
2h 5m · 690 mi
View MAN to SDR flights →
Leg 2
SDR → ALC
1h 20m · 393 mi
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MAN BVA (Paris) ALC
Leg 1: 1h 20m (329 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (782 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAN → BVA
1h 20m · 329 mi
View MAN to BVA flights →
Leg 2
BVA → ALC
2h 10m · 782 mi
View BVA to ALC flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Manchester to Alicante?

A nonstop flight from Manchester (MAN) to Alicante (ALC) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,044 miles (1,680 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Manchester to Alicante?

4 airlines: Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK, easyJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Manchester to Alicante?

Yes. 4 airlines: Ryanair, Jet2, Ryanair UK, easyJet.

How far is Manchester from Alicante?

The flight distance from Manchester to Alicante is 1,044 miles (1,680 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Alicante?

Alicante is 1 hour ahead of Manchester. (Europe/London vs Europe/Madrid.)

What type of aircraft flies from Manchester to Alicante?

At 2h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from United Kingdom to Spain?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Spain embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Manchester to Alicante?

Roughly 176 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 880 km.

Is the return flight from Alicante to Manchester also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Alicante?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Manchester Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.