# SCQ — Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport

> Machine-readable reference for SCQ. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/scq
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/scq
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/scq.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/SCQ.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-14T07:14:13.545+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport
- IATA: SCQ
- ICAO: LEST
- City: Santiago de Compostela
- Country: ES (ES)
- Timezone: Europe/Madrid
- Distance from city: 12 km (7 mi) northeast of Santiago de Compostela city centre
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1
- Annual passengers: 3.2M
- Official website: https://www.aena.es/es/santiago-rosalia-de-castro.html

## Overview

Welcome Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport might not boast the extensive facilities of its larger Spanish counterparts, but it delivers a swift curb-to-gate experience that is invaluable for pilgrims and other visitors to Galicia. This compact airport processes about 3.2 million passengers annually and sits 12 km (7 miles) northeast of Santiago de Compostela. It's a gateway that's short on frills but makes up for it with ease of navigation thanks to its straightforward design. At a glance The airport features a single terminal, Terminal de Pasajeros de Santiago-Rosalía de Castro. It lacks the expanse of dining and shopping options found in larger airports, but its simplicity is generally appreciated by travelers, particularly those on tight itineraries. While amenities are not abundant, it compensates by offering a streamlined and efficient travel process. Terminals & layout The terminal layout is designed with ease and efficiency in mind. Opened in 2011, the modern terminal features five jetbridges and 12 stands, contributing to a relatively smooth boarding process. The straightforward, all-in-one terminal houses Air Europa, Air Nostrum, British Airways, among others, making conne…

## Terminals (1)

- **Terminal de Pasajeros de Santiago-Rosalía de Castro** — airlines: Air Europa, Air Nostrum, British Airways, Iberia, Iberia Express, Lufthansa, Ryanair, TAP Air Portugal, Vueling
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/scq/terminals/t

## Dining (4)

- **Cafeteria**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/scq/restaurants/cafeteria
- **Lavazza**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/scq/restaurants/lavazza
- **Pizza N' Co**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/scq/restaurants/pizza-n-co
- **Sabores de Galicia**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/scq/restaurants/sabores-de-galicia

## Lounges (1)

- **Santiago VIP Lounge** — Main Terminal · access: Terminal, pay at the door / Priority Pass / eligible airline passengers · day pass: . y (null) · 05:30-23:00
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/scq/lounges/santiago-vip-lounge

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: The Santiago VIP Lounge near gates 6 and 7 is not just for elite flyers. Consider paying to access airside comfort if you have a long wait.
- _Time_: Be aware that the airport runs from about 5.30 AM to 11 PM. Plan a landside backup if your connection is overnight.
- _Avoid_: The lack of 24-hour amenities means late-night travel can leave you without food or drink options fast.
- _Local_: For a flat fee of €23, taxis provide an efficient means to reach Santiago, perfect for those in a hurry to begin their Camino journey.
- _Quiet_: Opt for the armrest-free seating in the third-floor public area if you need a calmer spot while waiting.
- _Money_: Sleep soundly knowing the Santiago VIP Lounge offers a Priority Pass entry and runs until 23:00, suitable for evening connections.
- _Quiet_: Main gate-area seating can be crowded — find reprieve outside check-in with plentiful, armrest-free seating.
- _Insider_: The information desk on Level 1 doubles as a place to inquire about locker and bicycle storage, useful for savvy travelers.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/SCQ.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/scq/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/scq/departures — HTML page with live departures