Flights Dublin → Alicante
DUB → ALC
Route overview
The flight route operates between Dublin, where the airport opened in 1940, and Alicante, with its airport opening in 1967. This popular route is served by both Airbus A320 and Boeing 737-800 aircraft, catering to one of Spain's busiest airports which sees approximately 13.2 million passengers annually.
The Dublin (DUB) → Alicante (ALC) route is operated by Aer Lingus, Ryanair. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 14.5/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Alicante the average ATFM delay is 24.9 minutes (main cause: ATC pre-departure). Departing from Dublin the average ATFM delay is 0.9 minutes.
Heading to Alicante: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Dublin (DUB) to Alicante (ALC) heads south for about 1,740 km, a flight time of roughly 2h 36m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Dublin the average ATFM delay is 0.9 min (atfm); arriving into Alicante it is 24.9 min (ATC pre-departure).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair (FR) | 85% | 23 min | 0.6% |
| Aer Lingus (EI) | 85% | 22 min | 2.4% |
Airlines operating DUB-ALC
Frequently asked questions about DUB-ALC
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: Aer Lingus, Ryanair.
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The Dublin-Alicante route is about 1,740 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €400, barring extraordinary circumstances.
