Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
Santiago de Compostela is one hour ahead of Birmingham and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your BHX to SCQ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BHX and SCQ:
Dublin Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Seville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Rs16,637 is the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs42,234. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BHX to SCQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BHX to SCQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to Birmingham International Airport's on-time performance, 65.48% of flights complete their journey on time.
Birmingham International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
If you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SCQ:
Follow your own route with a Santiago de Compostela Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Click and Rent or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Santiago de Compostela and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Santiago de Compostela Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
From Santiago de Compostela Airport, Santiago de Compostela is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Santiago de Compostela. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santiago de Compostela, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BHX to SCQ sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Salamanca is just one of the many cities in Spain waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santiago de Compostela. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.
Teo is another must-experience destination in Spain and is around 14 kilometres south of Santiago de Compostela. No journey is complete without a visit to Catarata Teo, Área Recreativa Mouromorto and Ponte Medieval de Pontevea.
