Travelling from Santander Airport (SDR) to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
Nottingham's timezone is UTC+0, making Nottingham one hour behind Santander.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SDR to EMA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Santander Airport to East Midlands Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SDR and EMA:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Malaga Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santander Airport (SDR) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Santander Airport to East Midlands Airport flight is 65 €. A return plane ticket is currently 207 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SDR to EMA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Santander Airport to East Midlands Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SDR to EMA.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Santander Airport to East Midlands Airport.
Handy information about Santander Airport (SDR)
Santander Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SDR touch down on schedule 80.42% of the time.
Central Santander to Santander Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Santander Airport to East Midlands Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SDR:
Arriving at East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Santander Airport to East Midlands Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near EMA instead:
Pick up an East Midlands Airport rental car and discover Nottingham and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from East Midlands Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
From East Midlands Airport, Nottingham is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The quietest month for a flight from Santander Airport to East Midlands Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Nottingham based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Nottingham is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Santander Airport to East Midlands Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SDR to EMA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Nottingham. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Birmingham, roughly 72 kilometres south-west of Nottingham. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are key reasons to visit.
