Flying from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ).
Santiago de Compostela is ten hours behind Melbourne. Santiago de Compostela Airport is located in Santiago de Compostela, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to SCQ, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's smart to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to SCQ flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80.09% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near SCQ and turn out the lights sooner:
Begin your adventure 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.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight.
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Santiago de Compostela. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport is Rs130,411. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs363,376. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to SCQ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ). Plan your visit to Santiago de Compostela in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Melbourne to SCQ flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Santiago de Compostela, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport in February when temperatures are between 1ºC and 13ºC.
More about Santiago de Compostela
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Santiago de Compostela right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Santiago de Compostela Airport:
Your trip to Santiago de Compostela won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that should be on your list include centro histórico Santiago de compostela, Plaza del Obradoiro and Catedral del Apóstol.
Explore more of Spain
Santiago de Compostela is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Spain just waiting to be explored. About 137 kilometres north-east of Santiago de Compostela, a visit to Ribadeo will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Playa de las Catedrales, As Catedrais Beach and Mirador Praia das Catedrais.
Around 129 kilometres north-east of Santiago de Compostela, Vegadeo is another favourite stop in Spain. Start your sightseeing at Cioyo Waterfalls, Vaca Pintada Silvallana and Medal Park.
