Travelling from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Flights from BCN to SCQ start at 05:45 — the earliest with Vueling. The last departure is at 22:40 with Vueling. In total, you can take your pick of 41 weekly Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your BCN to SCQ flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Santiago de Compostela (and then discovering more of Spain!) is easy with Vueling. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Vueling on this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier that offers BCN to SCQ flights. A dependable 85.57% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between BCN and SCQ:
Madrid Airport
Valencia Airport
Bilbao Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight is 20 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 50 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BCN to SCQ.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BCN land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Barcelona Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BCN:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SCQ instead:
Explore without limits with a Santiago de Compostela Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Click and Rent or OK Mobility and find adventure across Santiago de Compostela and beyond.
Booking your ride from Santiago de Compostela Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Santiago de Compostela based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Santiago de Compostela is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Barcelona Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from BCN to SCQ in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Santiago de Compostela has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres south-east of Santiago de Compostela, a trip to Salamanca will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.