Santiago de Compostela's airport is open 24 hours to civil flights, which makes private jet charter at Santiago de Compostela unusually flexible for Galicia. Customs, immigration and handling are also around the clock.
The runway is 3,140 metres or more, shared with a military airfield, and suits every business jet. A handling agent is compulsory for all flights except aircraft on the military apron and state or rescue flights.
Charter-A works out the timings with you and confirms handling and arrival details at booking.
Flying privately to Santiago de Compostela
The civil side operates 24 hours, including customs, immigration and handling. Runway 17/35 measures 3,140 to 3,170 m by 45 m and is shared with a military airfield.
Six handlers are listed: United Aviation Services, Sky Valet, Gestair, Aviation Handling, South and Aviapartner. Handling is compulsory for all flights except those on the military apron and state or rescue flights. Charter-A arranges the agent for your arrival and confirms at booking that customs and handling fit your time.
Santiago de Compostela Airport (Rosalía de Castro) airport guide
A one-page Charter-A information sheet to keep or pass to your driver: runway, hours, customs, handling and where to arrive.
Download the PDF (384 KB)Santiago de Compostela Airport (Rosalía de Castro) at a glance
| Location | Lavacolla s/n, Santiago de Compostela (A Coruña), 15820 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LEST · IATA SCQ |
| Region | Galicia, Spain |
| Nearest city | Santiago de Compostela |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours for civil flights. Customs, immigration and handling are also available around the clock. |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – on site (24 hours) |
| Runway | 17/35 – 3,140–3,170 m × 45 m asphalt |
| Private jets | Yes — 3,140 m+ runway |
| Handling / FBO | United Aviation Services · Sky Valet · Gestair · Aviation Handling · South · Aviapartner |
| Airport website | aena.es |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (aip.enaire.es, aena.es). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Santiago de Compostela
Santiago de Compostela is the end point of the Camino de Santiago, and its cathedral draws pilgrims and visitors from around the world. It is also the administrative capital of Galicia. Charter-A arranges the road leg onward.
Private jet flight times to Santiago de Compostela
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 615 nm · 1,140 km | 2 hr | 1 hr 45 min |
| Manchester | 675 nm · 1,250 km | 2 hr 10 min | 1 hr 50 min |
| Edinburgh | 810 nm · 1,500 km | 2 hr 35 min | 2 hr 10 min |
| Paris | 580 nm · 1,070 km | 1 hr 55 min | 1 hr 40 min |
| Geneva | 650 nm · 1,210 km | 2 hr 05 min | 1 hr 50 min |
| Nice | 685 nm · 1,270 km | 2 hr 10 min | 1 hr 55 min |
Approximate airborne times in still air, worked out from the great-circle distance. Routing, winds and the aircraft chosen change them on the day; your quote gives the planned time for your flight.
Which aircraft?
From London, Santiago de Compostela is a sector of about 620 nautical miles — within non-stop reach of every aircraft class, from turboprops and very light jets upwards. The number of passengers and the luggage usually decide the aircraft: light jets for up to seven, midsize jets and super midsize jets for more space, heavy jets for larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
Santiago de Compostela: your questions answered
Is Santiago de Compostela Airport open 24 hours?
Yes, the civil side is, including customs, immigration and handling. A handling agent is still compulsory, which Charter-A arranges. Charter-A uses that flexibility when planning your times.
Can a private jet land at Santiago de Compostela?
Yes. The runway is over 3,140 m and the airport is listed as jet-capable. Charter-A confirms the stand and handling.
Is Santiago de Compostela Airport also military?
It is shared with a military airfield. Civil flights use the civil side. Charter-A checks for any restrictions when planning. Charter-A confirms the arrangements for your arrival.
Is handling compulsory at Santiago de Compostela?
Yes, for all flights except aircraft on the military apron and state or rescue flights. Six handlers are listed. Charter-A appoints one. Charter-A arranges this before you fly.
How long is the flight from London to Santiago de Compostela by private jet?
About 2 hr in a light jet and 1 hr 45 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 615 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Santiago de Compostela Airport (Rosalía de Castro) I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Santiago de Compostela Airport (Rosalía de Castro) is free to download from this page as a PDF. It sets out the runway, opening hours, customs, handling agents and where to arrive for a private flight.
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