Flying from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to London: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Santiago de Compostela Airport is located in Santiago de Compostela. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is one hour behind Santiago de Compostela.
With eight weekly flights between the two airports, Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Stansted Airport (STN) is the busiest route. Catch Ryanair's 06:55 flight to get your trip from SCQ to STN underway.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your SCQ to London flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your trip at SCQ and go straight to London without layovers. When booking a direct Santiago de Compostela Airport to London ticket, here's a list of airports you can land at:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Ryanair is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from SCQ to London. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Santiago de Compostela, SCQ can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to SCQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
81.44% of flights departing from Santiago de Compostela Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SCQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to London flight is Rs6,469. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs14,448. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from SCQ to London by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Santiago de Compostela Airport to London tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes about 55 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
Book a hotel near LHR if you're coming in on a late flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from SCQ to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SCQ to London flight:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 64 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London.
If you use public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by staying at a hotel near STN after your SCQ to London flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Start your trip without stressing over how to reach your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Get ahead of the game and reap the rewards. Book your ride from STN four weeks before your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London for the most affordable rates.
Best time to go to London
Plan your trip to London during peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your Santiago de Compostela Airport to London flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from SCQ to London in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in London right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you want to check out another corner of United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key highlights.