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Museu Picasso
Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
Flights from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona depart on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 49m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 7 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 40m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 897 km |
Average flight duration 7h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Flights per day 10 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 1h 40m |
First flight 0:05 |
Last flight 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£245
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£439
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
1 h 40 m
Flights on 31 Aug
7
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 £439 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £245.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 7 flights from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona, including 6 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 897 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 40 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.
VY1670
FR 6331
VY1682
VY1676
IB5360
IB5360
VY1670
IB5504
VY1682
VY1676Omio 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 an average ticket price of £77 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £77, while a flight costs an average of £151.
Distance: 897 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£151 Average Price | £77 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
9h 49m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration Fastest 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 7m Average total duration 13h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona flights for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IB1048 · IB411 | 9:20 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 3h25 | 12:45 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
VY1681 | 9:25 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 11:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1676 | 12:00 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 13:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1682 | 22:55 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 0:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IB5360 | 22:55 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 0:35 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
VY1670 | 6:35 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 8:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
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Barcelona’s famous boulevard links Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront, lively with kiosks, architecture and constant people-watching.
The Gothic Quarter is a maze of medieval lanes, hidden squares and historic buildings that captures the atmosphere of old Barcelona.
This elegant avenue showcases luxury shops and several major modernista buildings, making it one of Barcelona’s best architectural walks.
A rustic Catalan salad of salt cod, tomatoes, onions and olives. It is a classic Barcelona starter linked to the region’s preserved fish traditions.
Toasted bread rubbed with tomato and olive oil, often finished with salt. This simple Catalan staple appears on tables across Barcelona.
Short pasta baked with pork, sausage, tomatoes and aioli. A beloved Catalan comfort dish strongly associated with family meals and local cuisine.
World-renowned fine dining restaurant by the sea, noted for creative seafood-focused tasting menus and polished service.
Long-standing tapas bar celebrated for bombas, vermouth and classic small plates in a busy, no-frills local atmosphere.
Historic market bar in La Boqueria, famous for fresh seafood, tapas and a lively counter dining atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and public transport are reasonable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Barcelona El Prat Airport Train Station -> Passeig de Gràcia, Barcelona
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

Most Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona flights use the Santiago de Compostela Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Santiago de Compostela Airport is 9 km from Santiago de Compostela city centre. Public transport options include:
Santiago de Compostela Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santiago de Compostela Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago de Compostela Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Prat Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, offering services from various banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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