Travelling from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona follow the same timezone, UTC+1.
Every week, there are 39 Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, take the 06:10 Ryanair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:45 with Ryanair.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SCQ to BCN flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Barcelona (and then discovering more of Spain!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
With an impressive 85.47% of services arriving on schedule, Vueling has the best on-time record for SCQ to BCN flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between SCQ and BCN include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Ibiza Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
At the moment, R 477 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 975. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SCQ to BCN.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SCQ to BCN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport.
Handy information about Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Santiago de Compostela Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SCQ touch down on schedule 81.44% of the time.
To reach Santiago de Compostela Airport from central Santiago de Compostela, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SCQ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
If you're landing on a late Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near BCN:
Hit the road running by picking up a Barcelona-El Prat Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Barcelona-El Prat Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The quietest month for a flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Barcelona based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport for August if you'd like to go to Barcelona during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SCQ to BCN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Barcelona is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Spain you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres west of Barcelona, a trip to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Spain, consider Logroño, roughly 402 kilometres west of Barcelona. Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real are among its highlights.
