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Overview: Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona flight
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Flights from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona depart on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest flight covers the 897 km distance in 1h 35m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 897 km |
Average flight duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Flights per day 9 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 35m |
Cheapest month to travel May |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:40 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£300
Average price
£401
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
897 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona will cost around £401 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £300.
Of the 5 flights that leave Santiago de Compostela for Barcelona every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 897 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest flights will take 4 h 25 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.
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Compare coach, train and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 897 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£179 Average Price | £69 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
9h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona flight times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona flights for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 20:40 Santiago de Compostela | 1h35 | 22:15 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 3 March | |||||
| IB520 · IB417 | 12:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 3h25 | 16:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
| IB520 · IB419 | 12:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 4h25 | 17:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
| VY1677 | 13:10 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h35 | 14:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Santiago-De-Compostela to Barcelona Flights: An Overview
Santiago-De-Compostela and Barcelona are located on the west and east sides of northern Spain, both important historic cities and the provincial capitals of Galicia and Catalunya. Galician travelers heading for the Mediterranean have a choice of budget airlines providing daily direct flights from Santiago-De-Compostela to Barcelona. The trip east across northern Spain takes around one hour and 45 minutes. Direct connections are available in the morning and early evening on most days. Additional routes to Barcelona are available via Madrid, with the national carrier Iberia offering flights from Santiago-De-Compostela with one change at Barajas Airport in the capital. These connections can take substantially longer than direct services.
Which airlines fly from Santiago-De-Compostela to Barcelona?
Spanish budget airline vueling provides daily direct flights seven days a week to Barcelona from Santiago-De-Compostela. Irish budget operator Ryanair also offers direct connections on this route, with flights to Barcelona available six days a week. For indirect connections, the Spanish national carrier Iberia offers flights via Madrid Barajas Airport, with the initial leg from Santiago to Madrid operated by its subsidiary Iberia Express.
How long is the flight from Santiago-De-Compostela to Barcelona?
The Spanish domestic flight route east from Santiago-De-Compostela to Barcelona is around 897 kilometers. Direct flights with budget airlines vueling and Ryanair take one hour and 45 minutes to reach the Catalan city. The fastest indirect connection with Iberia Express and Iberia via Madrid takes three hours and 20 minutes in total to complete the trip to the Mediterranean. Other Iberia connections from Santiago-De-Compostela can include an overnight layover in Madrid and take in excess of ten hours.
How many flights are there from Santiago-De-Compostela to Barcelona?
Spanish budget operator vueling provides three daily direct flights to Barcelona from Santiago-De-Compostela from Monday to Thursday, four direct flights on Fridays and Sundays and two direct connections on Saturdays. The Ryanair budget flight schedule on this route offers one daily direct service from Tuesday to Sunday. Take off times include early morning, late morning and evening departures on most days, with no evening direct flights available on Saturdays. There are several daily indirect connections with a change at Madrid Barajas Airport but some of these can require an overnight stay in Madrid.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Santiago-De-Compostela to Barcelona?
Departure airport: Santiago-De-Compostela Airport is located in Lavacolla, about 14 kilometers east of the city center, with frequent bus connections downtown and to the railway station taking 30 minutes. The airport terminal has long and short stay parking lots, cafes, restaurants, duty-free shopping, delis and wine stores offering Galician specialties and business lounges with free WiFi.
Arrival airport: Barcelona El Prat Airport is situated 12 kilometers south-west of the city, with public transport connections available on metro trains on the LP Sud line, or Aerobus express services. Facilities at the terminal include business lounges, car rental desks, international restaurants, book stores, tapas bars, a Barcelona FC sports store and duty-free shopping malls.
FAQs: Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona
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- 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
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time.
- Shops are available in both terminals, including duty-free and brands like Zara and Desigual.
- Parking available with several options including long-term and short-term parking, approximately 3€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Sala VIP Pau Casals in Terminal 1.
- Located in both terminals, with offices located near the baggage claim areas.
- Buses: Aerobús A1, Aerobús A2, 46, N17
- Metro: L9 Sud
- Train: R2 Nord
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