Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
SCQ
ICAO Code
LEST
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Santiago‑Rosalía de Castro Airport (SCQ), commonly known as Santiago de Compostela Airport, is a single‑terminal regional airport serving domestic flights and seasonal international services. It handles a few million passengers annually (varies seasonally with tourism and pilgrimage traffic) and is not a hub for major global airlines.

The airport layout is compact: arrivals, departures and public transport access are handled from the same terminal building, easing transfers for travellers on short itineraries.

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport
Elevation: 369 m
42.8963, -8.4151

Terminal Guide for Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport #

There is a single passenger terminal. Check‑in desks, security screening and passport control are in the main building with departure gates and a modest airside shopping/food area. Facilities are concentrated in one compact space suitable for regional operations.

Because the airport has one terminal there are no internal shuttle transfers; everything is within walking distance once inside the building.

Getting to and From Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport #

Santiago city centre is typically 15-25 minutes from the airport by road; the main options are an airport bus, taxis and private transfer.

  • Rail/metro: No direct rail link from the airport; the nearest train station is in the city centre.
  • Buses: An airport bus service connects arrivals with Santiago centre (timing ~15-25 minutes depending on traffic); tickets can usually be bought at the desk or from the driver.
  • Taxis: Rank outside arrivals; journey to central Santiago about 15-25 minutes, fares commonly in the €15-€30 range depending on time/day.
  • Ride‑share: Availability is limited compared with larger Spanish cities; taxis are the default.
  • Driving: The airport is accessed by regional roads; allow 20-30 minutes to the cathedral/old town depending on traffic.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport #

A compact airport offering the essentials for short domestic and seasonal international flights.

  • Lounges: No extensive lounge network; some airlines may offer guest access to small airline lounges.
  • Food & drink: Small cafés and snack options landside and airside; limited late‑night choices.
  • Wi‑Fi: Free Wi‑Fi is usually available for a limited time.
  • Charging: Charging points in seating areas but quantities are limited.
  • Luggage storage: There is limited or no formal left‑luggage service - check in advance.
  • Showers & rest areas: Not generally available.
  • Accessibility: Terminal is accessible with level access and assistance available on request.

Tips for Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport #

  • The dedicated airport bus to Santiago city centre stops directly outside arrivals and is usually the cheapest option - buy tickets at the desk or from the driver.
  • During high pilgrimage/seasonal periods allow extra time for queues at security and passport control.
  • If you plan to take a taxi to the old town, ask for an estimate; fares are typically higher on short trips and late at night.

Weather & Climate near Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport #

Climate

Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1860 mm/year), wettest in December.

Air Quality: AQI 34 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (256 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

256 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Heavy rain (217 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

217 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

146 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

87 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.8h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm).

71 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (188 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

188 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (206 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

206 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (277 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

277 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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