Santiago de Compostela Airport Bus
IATA code: SCQ
ICAO code: LEST
Passengers: ~2.7 million
Santiago–Rosalía de Castro Airport (SCQ), also known as Santiago de Compostela Airport, is an international airport that serves the Spanish region of Galicia.
It is located about 12 km from the town of Santiago de Compostela. Several airlines operate here, including Swiss International Airlines, Ryanair, easyJet and Vueling Airlines.
The airport handles around 2,7 million passengers every year and is the second busiest airport in Northern Spain.
If you’re flying to Santiago de Compostela, the following guide will present you with all the information that’ll help you plan your arrival.
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How to get from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Santiago de Compostela
Airport shuttle bus
You can easily reach Santiago de Compostela by bus. The bus stop at the airport is located directly in front of the entrance.
The buses run from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. on most days and it takes approximately half an hour to reach the city from the airport. You can check the exact hours of the buses online.
The price of a one-way ticket is around €3.
Taxi
If you prefer taking a taxi rather than public transport, that is also possible. You can find the taxi station at the entrance of the airport.
The taxis have a flat rate of €21 From the airport to the city. If you want to go somewhere else you can check the prices here.
Private transfer
Another way to travel from Santiago de Compostela Airport is with a private, door-to-door transfer directly to your accommodation in the city.
You can pre-book a transfer for a hassle-free experience, a professional driver will wait for you at the airport and take you to your destination.
Renting a car
For those who would prefer to reach the city and explore the area on their own, the best option is to rent a car directly at the airport.
At Santiago de Compostela Airport you’ll find several car rental companies including Hertz, Avis, Sixt, Europcar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Alternatively, you can always book a car in advance.
Renting a bus
Larger groups of passengers should consider renting a bus at the airport. However, it is recommended to book a bus online, so the bus rental companies have enough time to inform you about the meeting point and all other details
Airlines at the airport
10 airlines operate international and domestic flights to and from this airport. Some of the busiest carriers are Ryanair, Vueling and Iberia Express.
Facilities and services
If you’re waiting for your flight or you’re on a layover, maybe some of these services and facilities available at SQO airport will help you:
- ATMs
- Currency exchange
- Children’s play area
- First aid
- Power outlets
- Luggage storage
- Luggage wrapping
- Post office
- Police station
Accommodation near Santiago de Compostela Airport
If you’re in need of a place to stay overnight before or after your flight, check out this map of available accommodation units in the vicinity.
Santiago de Compostela Airport FAQs
If you arrive before 1 a.m. you can take the local bus to Santiago de Compostela. If you arrive after 1 a.m. you have taxis at your disposal in front of the exit.
Yes, there is free WiFi available at the airport.
There are no exchange offices at the airport, but you can withdraw cash from the ATMs at the arrival/departure hall.
Yes, there is luggage storage at the airport. It is open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. and they charge approximately €5,80 for a day or a part thereof.
No, there are no direct lines that connect with the airport. If you are looking for other destinations you can always check our bus connections from Santiago de Compostela.
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