Nottingham, Leicestershire to Valencia (EMA–VLC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
EMA–VLC is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Ryanair leads the route. The flight covers 923 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 2 | 7M8 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Valencia from Nottingham, Leicestershire
| Metric | EMA→VLC | BHX→VLC | MAN→VLC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from EMA | – | 31 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 5 | 6 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 25m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
EMA: BST · VLC: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nottingham, Leicestershire, it's 7:00 PM in Valencia.
British passport holders enter Spain visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit. ID cards are no longer accepted for UK nationals.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can request proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (EUR 113.40 per person per day, minimum EUR 1,020.60 for any stay, as set by Spanish authorities). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. The Canary Islands and Balearic Islands are part of the Schengen zone and count toward the same 90 days.
Direct flights from London to Madrid run 2 hours 25 minutes, to Barcelona 2 hours 15 minutes, to Malaga 2 hours 50 minutes. Budget carriers (Ryanair, easyJet, Vueling, Wizz Air) serve dozens of UK-Spain routes from regional airports. Spain uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are valid for short visits but an International Driving Permit (IDP) is technically required for car rental, though most rental agencies accept the UK license alone.
EMA–VLC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from EMA to VLC
East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Valencia Airport (VLC) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
EMA to VLC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from EMA to VLC ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 923 miles (1,485 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via ALC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX), Manchester, Greater Manchester (MAN) and Luton, Luton (LTN).