Flying from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to London: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London.
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is one hour behind Santiago de Compostela, where Santiago de Compostela Airport is located.
Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route, with six flights a week to pick from. You can travel from SCQ to LHR at 16:55 with Vueling.
Give yourself enough time to make your SCQ to London flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Book a direct Santiago de Compostela Airport to London ticket and get to your destination faster. SCQ offers nonstop flights to these London airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Be on the lookout for offers from Vueling. This airline has direct flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SCQ to London with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
SCQ is around 10 kilometres from central Santiago de Compostela. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near SCQ? If you've booked an early flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Santiago de Compostela Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that depart SCQ land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to London
$33 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santiago de Compostela Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket right now is $106. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SCQ to London. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Landing cheap tickets from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
To get the lowest price, book your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your flight from SCQ to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Central London is about 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Once your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your SCQ to London flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London has touched down. Central London is around 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel close to STN. Check in to one of these stays after your SCQ to London flight:
Around four weeks ahead of your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London is the ideal time to secure your ride from STN. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to London
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London. July is the most popular month to travel to London. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
When booking your Santiago de Compostela Airport to London plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCQ to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to London, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.