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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 7h 32m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
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 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Flights per day 9 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 35m |
First flight 0:05 |
Last flight 23:40 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£289
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Flights per day
16
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 £289 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £117.
Of the 16 flights that leave Santiago de Compostela for Barcelona every day 9 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 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.
VY16706:351h40Santiago de Compostela Airport8:15Barcelona El Prat Airport£1171One-way0 changes- VY16819:151h40Santiago de Compostela Airport10:55Barcelona El Prat Airport£1581One-way0 changes
FR 633113:301h45Santiago de Compostela Airport15:15Barcelona El Prat Airport£1591One-way0 changes- IB53586:351h40Santiago de Compostela Airport8:15Barcelona El Prat Airport£1931One-way0 changes
- VY167819:101h40Santiago de Compostela Airport20:50Barcelona El Prat Airport£2081One-way0 changes
- VY167819:101h40Santiago de Compostela Airport20:50Barcelona El Prat Airport£2081One-way0 changes
- VY168214:201h40Santiago de Compostela Airport16:00Barcelona El Prat Airport£2081One-way0 changes
- VY16706:351h40Santiago de Compostela Airport8:15Barcelona El Prat Airport£1171One-way0 changes
- VY16819:151h40Santiago de Compostela Airport10:55Barcelona El Prat Airport£1581One-way0 changes
- IB53699:151h40Santiago de Compostela Airport10:55Barcelona El Prat Airport£2291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
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 £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 17m. 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 £29, and a flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 897 km
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach |
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£213 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price |
10h 32m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 9m Average total duration 13h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona flight times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona flights for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY1670 | 6:35 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 8:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5358 | 6:35 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 8:15 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
 IB518 · 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 | |
| IB5369 | 9:25 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 11:05 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
 LH1111 · LH1124 | 17:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 15h55 | 9:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 1 change | |
LH1111+ OS220 · OS401 | 17:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 15h25 | 9:10 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2 changes | |
LH1111 · LH128+ LH4128 | 17:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 14h40 | 8:25 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2 changes | |
| VY1678 | 18:00 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 19:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5366 | 18:00 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 19:40 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| VY1676 | 21:50 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 23:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| IB5504 | 21:50 Santiago de Compostela Airport | 1h40 | 23:30 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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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
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.
Which Santiago de Compostela airport do flights to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Santiago de Compostela Airport from Santiago de Compostela city centre
Santiago de Compostela Airport is 9 km from Santiago de Compostela city centre. Public transport options include:
Santiago de Compostela Airport airport facilities and services
Santiago de Compostela Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santiago de Compostela Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago de Compostela Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Which Barcelona airport do flights from Santiago de Compostela arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona El Prat Airport from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona El Prat Airport is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Prat Airport airport facilities and services
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.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for an unlimited time. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, offering services from various banks.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Prat Airport: Elevators, ramps.
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