Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Santiago de Compostela is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Dublin.
Each week, there are six Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, take the 13:30 Aer Lingus flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 20:05 with Ryanair.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB to SCQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Getting to Santiago de Compostela (and then exploring more of Spain!) is a breeze with Aer Lingus. This popular airline offers direct flights from Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Aer Lingus.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between DUB and SCQ:
Stansted Airport
Bilbao Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight is $35. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $77. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DUB to SCQ.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DUB to SCQ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
72.87% of flights leaving from Dublin Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DUB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SCQ instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Santiago de Compostela Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Goldcar, Click and Rent or OK Mobility and venture far and wide through Santiago de Compostela and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Santiago de Compostela Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela Airport to the centre of Santiago de Compostela has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Santiago de Compostela. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Dublin Airport to Santiago de Compostela Airport for August if you'd like to go to Santiago de Compostela during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUB to SCQ in February. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Santiago de Compostela, now it's time to explore more of Spain. Travel around 322 kilometres south-east to Salamanca to tick off its leading sights. From Plaza Mayor to S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Spain, consider Teo, about 14 kilometres south of Santiago de Compostela. Catarata Teo, Área Recreativa Mouromorto and Ponte Medieval de Pontevea are among its highlights.