Alicante to Cardiff (ALC–CWL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ALC–CWL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Vueling, Ryanair and Britannia Airways Ltd. lead the route. The flight covers 916 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY Vueling | 7 | 320 | 2h35 | – | – | – |
| FR Ryanair | 6 | 73H | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| BY Britannia Airways Ltd. | 2 | 7S8 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ALC: CET · CWL: GMT
When it's 6:00 PM in Alicante, it's 5:00 PM in Cardiff.
Spanish passport holders enter the UK visa-free for up to 6 months as tourists or business visitors. Since Brexit, you must use a passport. Spanish national ID cards are no longer accepted for entry. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. No minimum validity period beyond that is required.
You will pass through UK Border Force on arrival. Have your return ticket and accommodation details ready. The officer may ask about your purpose and funds. For visits under 6 months, no advance application is needed. You cannot work on a tourist entry, even unpaid volunteering in most cases.
The UK is rolling out an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system. As of 2025, EU nationals including Spanish citizens do not yet need an ETA, but this is expected to change. Check gov.uk before booking. If you had pre-settled or settled status from living in the UK before Brexit, you enter under those rights instead of as a visitor.
ALC–CWL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ALC to CWL
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC) and Cardiff International Airport (CWL) are connected by nonstop service from Britannia Airways Ltd., Ryanair and Vueling. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ALC to CWL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ALC to CWL ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 916 miles (1,474 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 20 return, totaling 35 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via ACE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.