Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Santiago de Compostela is one hour ahead of London and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Choose from five weekly London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flights. The 13:40 departure with Vueling is the earliest you can take. Vueling operates the last service of the day at 20:35.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your LGW to SCQ flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Santiago de Compostela (and then exploring more of Spain!) is easy with Vueling. This popular carrier has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with Vueling on this route.
Vueling is the most punctual carrier operating LGW to SCQ flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LGW and SCQ include:
Madrid Airport
Barcelona Airport
Alicante Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Right now, R 538 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 941. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to SCQ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LGW to SCQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LGW land on time.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Consider booking a hotel close to SCQ if you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running 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.
Booking your vehicle from Santiago de Compostela Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Santiago de Compostela. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Santiago de Compostela is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to SCQ in February. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
Santiago de Compostela has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Spain waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Santiago de Compostela, a visit to Salamanca will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor.