Flying from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Belfast: what you need to know
Santiago de Compostela Airport is located in Santiago de Compostela. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Belfast is one hour behind Santiago de Compostela.
Give yourself enough time to make your SCQ to Belfast flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from SCQ to Belfast, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Santiago de Compostela, SCQ can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near SCQ. Whether you have an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Belfast or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Santiago de Compostela Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.44% of flights that depart SCQ land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Belfast
R 1,389 is currently the best price for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to Belfast flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 3,069. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from SCQ to Belfast, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Belfast is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across each month and pick up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Belfast. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and find adventure across Belfast and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from SCQ to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Once your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Belfast has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 20 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near BHD. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SCQ to Belfast flight:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BHD will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Belfast
Travel to Belfast in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Belfast during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Book your Santiago de Compostela Airport to Belfast flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SCQ to Belfast in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Belfast, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are must-visits when exploring Belfast.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.
