Travelling from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ): what you need to know
Rome has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Rome and Santiago de Compostela (where Santiago de Compostela Airport is located) share the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to SCQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Rome to SCQ departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Valencia Airport (VLC)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Break up your flight from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and SCQ are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
CIA is around 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 42 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 39 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Rome to SCQ, unwind in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
If you have a late flight from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SCQ:
Getting from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) to central Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela Airport to the centre of Santiago de Compostela is around 15 minutes in a car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport from 41 € or travel return from just 82 €. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from Rome to SCQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Santiago de Compostela in February when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Rome to SCQ, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santiago de Compostela, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport in February when temperatures average between 1ºC and 13ºC.
More about Santiago de Compostela
Start your Santiago de Compostela trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Santiago de Compostela Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Monte do Gozo, Praza da Quintana and Pazo de Raxoi are must-do's during your Santiago de Compostela adventure.
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