Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Santiago de Compostela is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your GLA to SCQ flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between GLA and SCQ:
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
63 € is currently the best price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. A return flight starts from 158 €. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from GLA to SCQ, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Glasgow International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from GLA to SCQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Glasgow International Airport from central Glasgow, it takes about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near GLA:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Glasgow International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SCQ instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Santiago de Compostela Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Click and Rent or OK Mobility and explore beyond Santiago de Compostela's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Santiago de Compostela Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela Airport to the centre of Santiago de Compostela has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Santiago de Compostela in January.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport for August if you want to visit Santiago de Compostela during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from GLA to SCQ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Salamanca is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santiago de Compostela. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
Around 14 kilometres south of Santiago de Compostela, Teo is another essential stop in Spain. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Catarata Teo, Área Recreativa Mouromorto and Ponte Medieval de Pontevea.