Flying from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Santiago de Compostela's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Santiago de Compostela one hour ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STN to SCQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Ryanair offers direct flights from London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Santiago de Compostela — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Ryanair.
Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates STN to SCQ flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between STN and SCQ include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Madrid Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight is 22 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 65 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from STN to SCQ, reserve your journey 11 months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Finding cheap flights from STN to SCQ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Handy information about London Stansted Airport (STN)
80% of flights leaving London Stansted Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from STN.
London Stansted Airport is about 56 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to STN:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SCQ instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Santiago de Compostela Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Goldcar, Click and Rent or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Santiago de Compostela and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Santiago de Compostela Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Santiago de Compostela. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Santiago de Compostela. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from London Stansted Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santiago de Compostela, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from STN to SCQ around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Salamanca is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Santiago de Compostela. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.