Travelling from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours.
Santiago de Compostela's timezone is UTC+1, making Santiago de Compostela six hours ahead of New York.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EWR to SCQ flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
United offers direct flights from New York Newark Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Santiago de Compostela — and maybe even more of Spain if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with United on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New York Newark Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EWR and SCQ:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Dublin Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New York Newark Airport (EWR) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
R 4,135 is the best price for a one-way New York Newark Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 10,063. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EWR to SCQ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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Handy information about New York Newark Airport (EWR)
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of New York Newark Airport, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
New York Newark Airport is around 14 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from New York Newark Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near EWR:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
If you're getting in on a late New York Newark Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SCQ:
Pick up a Santiago de Compostela Airport rental car and discover Santiago de Compostela and beyond with your own set of wheels. Goldcar, Click and Rent and OK Mobility are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Santiago de Compostela Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The quietest month for a flight from New York Newark Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Santiago de Compostela based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from New York Newark Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santiago de Compostela, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EWR to SCQ in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Salamanca is just one of the many places in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santiago de Compostela. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.