Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Santiago de Compostela's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Alicante.
Flights from ALC to SCQ start from 05:45 — the first with Ryanair. The last departure is at 21:10 with Ryanair. Overall, you can take your pick of 18 weekly Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flights.
Your ALC to SCQ flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Santiago de Compostela (and then seeing more of Spain!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Ryanair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier offering ALC to SCQ flights. An exceptional 82.35% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ALC and SCQ include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Ibiza Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight is R 500. A return fare right now is R 981. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from ALC to SCQ, reserve your trip seven months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ALC to SCQ.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
73.22% of flights that leave from Alicante-Elche Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Alicante to Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to ALC:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
If you're landing on a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SCQ:
Begin your adventure 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 usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Santiago de Compostela Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
From Santiago de Compostela Airport, Santiago de Compostela is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Santiago de Compostela based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santiago de Compostela, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to SCQ in February. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
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, popular attractions include Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Spain, head for Teo, roughly 14 kilometres south of Santiago de Compostela. Catarata Teo, Área Recreativa Mouromorto and Ponte Medieval de Pontevea are among the biggest draws.
