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Overview: London to Santiago de Compostela flight
United Kingdom
Spain
Flights from London to Santiago de Compostela depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 1149 km distance in 2h 10m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1149 km |
Average flight duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 2h 10m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:40 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
1149 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Santiago de Compostela will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £43.
Of the 2 flights that leave London for Santiago de Compostela every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 1149 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for London to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £77.
Distance: 1149 km
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5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 58m Average total duration 29h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
3.4 - 6.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
London to Santiago de Compostela flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Santiago de Compostela flights for today, Monday 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA466+ IB523 | 14:55 London Heathrow Airport | 5h10 | 20:05 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1 change | |
| VY7837 · VY1674 | 15:20 London Gatwick Airport | 4h45 | 20:05 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1 change | |
| BA7061 · IB517 | 18:45 London Heathrow Airport | 13h00 | 07:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1 change | |
| BA7065 · IB517 | 19:05 London Heathrow Airport | 12h40 | 07:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1 change | |
| BA7067 · IB517 | 19:40 London Heathrow Airport | 12h05 | 07:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1 change | |
| BA7197 · IB517 | 19:40 London Gatwick Airport | 12h05 | 07:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1 change | |
| IB5665 | 20:50 London Heathrow Airport | 2h15 | 23:05 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| BA8140 | 20:50 London Heathrow Airport | 2h15 | 23:05 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Flights from London to Santiago De Compostela
Offering modern travellers an easier route than the medieval pilgrimage trail, direct flights to Santiago De Compostela from London provide the fastest connections from the UK capital to the Galician city. Budget airlines have daily direct flights to Santiago seven days a week from a choice of London airports, with a flight time of two hours and ten minutes. Schedules include early morning and afternoon takeoff times.
Which airlines fly from London to Santiago De Compostela?
Budget airlines operate all the direct flights between London airports and Santiago De Compostela, with EasyJet providing services from London Gatwick and Ryanair flying from Stansted. Indirect routes include Vueling services from Gatwick via Barcelona, Lufthansa flights via Frankfurt and Iberia connections via Madrid Barajas.
How long is the flight from London to Santiago De Compostela?
Direct flights to the Galician city from London airports take two hours and ten minutes to cover the 720-mile route south-west over the Bay of Biscay. The fastest indirect connections with Lufthansa take just under four hours of flying time but most indirect routes take considerably longer.
How many flights are there from London to Santiago De Compostela?
The Ryanair schedule has a daily direct flight from London Stansted to Santiago De Compostela and two flights on Tuesdays and Saturdays. EasyJet provides a direct flight from Gatwick on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Departure times vary slightly from day to day but usually include an early morning and afternoon departure.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from London to Santiago De Compostela?
Departure airport: London Gatwick Airport is located 47 miles south of central London, with regular rail connections taking around 30 minutes to reach the airport. London Stansted is about 42 miles north of the centre, with rail services taking 40 minutes to reach the terminal. Both airports have long and short stay parking and a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants.
Arrival airport: Santiago De Compostela Lavacolla Airport is situated eight miles east of the city and is connected by local buses, taking around 30 minutes to reach the historic city centre. The airport has a taxi rank, car rental desks, specialist Galician food and wine shops and a snack bar-cafe.
FAQs: London to Santiago de Compostela flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Santiago de Compostela by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Flights from London to Santiago de Compostela generally leave from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Santiago de Compostela Airport.
London Gatwick Airport is 46.6 km away from London city centre and Santiago de Compostela Airport is 18.3 km from Santiago de Compostela city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in London and Santiago de Compostela
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 4 hours.
- Shops are located in the departure lounge, including WHSmith and Boots.
- Short-stay parking located near the terminal, approximately 9.6€ (£8) for the first hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges like the Escape Lounge offer amenities such as food, drinks, and showers.
- Located in the terminal, with services provided by Excess Baggage Company.
- Bus: National Express, Airport Bus Express
- Train: Stansted Express
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, including duty-free and local products shop in the terminal.
- Parking available, short-term parking costs around 1.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, VIP Lounge with snacks and drinks.
- Located in the main terminal.
- Buses: 6A, 6
- Train: NA
- Metro: NA
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