Travelling from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), there's a good selection of airports you can depart from. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) are Washington DC's major terminals.
Santiago de Compostela is five hours ahead of Washington DC. Santiago de Compostela Airport is located in Santiago de Compostela, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to SCQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and SCQ:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can reach IAD from the centre of Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 74.39%. This figure shows how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
The journey time to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Flights that leave from BWI arrive at their destination as scheduled 77.13% of the time.
About Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Consider booking a hotel near SCQ if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Settle into one of these options and call it a night faster:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela Airport to central Santiago de Compostela is around 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport is R 5,373. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,291. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Washington DC to SCQ if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ). Plan your visit to Santiago de Compostela in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Washington DC to SCQ plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Santiago de Compostela to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santiago de Compostela
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Santiago de Compostela right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Washington DC to Santiago de Compostela Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Centro histórico Santiago de compostela, Plaza del Obradoiro and Catedral del Apóstol are popular attractions which should feature on any good Santiago de Compostela itinerary.
Explore more of Spain
Ribadeo is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Santiago de Compostela. Around 137 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Playa de las Catedrales, As Catedrais Beach and Mirador Praia das Catedrais.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of Santiago de Compostela, Vegadeo is another essential stop in Spain. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cioyo Waterfalls, Vaca Pintada Silvallana and Medal Park.
