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Santiago de Compostela Airport Guide

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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Santiago de Compostela Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Calm airport. security staff does not bother you. is true they hasn’t a lot of presence, but the airport is safe. – pablas

SCQ Airport Overview

The small, recently built terminal at Santiago de Compostela Airport (code: SCQ) handles a variety of European routes. Amenities include a few shops and eateries, but none are open 24 hours, so plan if you’re staying overnight. Free WiFi helps pass the time. Economy class passengers can pay to enter an airport lounge.

Sleeping in Santiago de Compostela Airport

Overnight sleepers are common here, partly due to pilgrims along the nearby Camino de Santiago. Reviews suggest the upstairs area, where seats are armrest-free, power outlets plentiful, and the atmosphere is quiet. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

The airport is not open 24 hours. It typically operates from about 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM, closing after the last flight and reopening before the first. Hours may extend for late arrivals or departures.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

No dedicated rest zones exist, but comfortable seating without armrests is available outside check-in and on the third floor public area. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Santiago de Compostela Airport:

Ruta Jacobea
(1.2 mi / 1.9 km)  Mid-range hotel. Free airport shuttle available during limited hours.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door.

  • Santiago VIP Lounge – Location: Airside, near gates 6 and 7. Hours: 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€33.90 adults, €15.60 children 6-10, free under 5) • Prepaid lounge passes  • Lounge membership programs • Eligible customers travelling on oneworld or SkyTeam member airlines.

Food & Drinks

Food options include the Eating Point Food Court (airside, Level 1) with Lavazza, Sabores de Galicia, and Pizza N’ Co, plus a cafeteria landside. None are open 24 hours; most close by about 10:00 PM or after the last flight.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

Lockers and bicycle storage are available. Enquire at the Information Desk on Level 1. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Rate: €5.80 per day (or part thereof).

Mobile Charging

Limited power outlets are available near some seating areas and in the Eating Point Food Court. No dedicated charging stations.

Showers

Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Aena WiFi” network. Registration may be required. Connection quality may vary.

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More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.

  • ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available in the Arrivals Hall and Departures Floor. Fees may apply.
  • Baggage Trolleys – Baggage trolleys are available.
  • Children’s Play Area – Play areas are available landside (Ground Floor) and airside (1st Floor).
  • Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available, along with a small selection of shops, including Relay convenience stores both landside and airside.
  • Information Desk – Located landside (P1).
  • Luggage Wrapping – Available in the check-in hall (First Floor).
  • Medical Services – First aid services are available on the 1st Floor, Departures Level.
  • Post Office – Postal services are available landside on Floors 0 and 1.
  • Police Station – Located on the first floor of the Departures hall.
  • Work Area – Work areas with seating and charging ports are available airside in Boarding Areas A and B.
Airlines
Santiago–Rosalía de Castro Airport is served by: Aer Lingus • Air Europa • easyJet • Iberia (via Air Nostrum) • Lufthansa • Ryanair • Vueling.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

The airport is 12 km northeast of Santiago de Compostela (20-30 minutes by road).

Bus

Bus Line 6A connects the airport to Santiago (Hórreo 23 Intermodal Station, 30-40 minutes), with services to Lugo and A Coruña; Sobrado and Burela connections are indirect or unconfirmed. For more information, visit the Santiago Airport website.

Car Rentals

On-site car rental agencies include Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Hertz • Sixt. Location: Floor 0, Arrivals area.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

As of 2025, the flat taxi rate to central Santiago is approximately €23. Metered rates apply for all other destinations.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

  • Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
  • Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
  • Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
  • Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-26

This guide is for planning purposes only. Details, including rates and hours, may change without notice. Information comes from airports and service providers, their websites, and traveller submissions. We do not represent these providers. To share corrections or updates: write a review or update the airport guide.

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