Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago de Compostela is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Athens.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ATH to SCQ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between ATH and SCQ include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Bilbao Airport
Orio al Serio International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
84 € is currently the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Return flights start at 174 €. These fares can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ATH to SCQ, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ATH to SCQ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Book a hotel near SCQ if you have a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Santiago de Compostela Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, Click and Rent or OK Mobility to explore Santiago de Compostela and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Santiago de Compostela Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Santiago de Compostela. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Santiago de Compostela based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santiago de Compostela, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to SCQ in February. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've done Santiago de Compostela, now it's time to explore other parts of Spain. Journey about 322 kilometres south-east to Salamanca to check off its leading attractions. From Plaza Mayor to S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Teo is another favourite destination in Spain and is around 14 kilometres south of Santiago de Compostela. No journey is complete without dropping by Catarata Teo, Área Recreativa Mouromorto and Ponte Medieval de Pontevea.