SCQ - Santiago de Compostela Airport
Santiago, Spain
IATA Code: SCQ · Santiago, Spain
The airport code SCQ is the IATA identifier for Santiago de Compostela Airport. You may also find it referred to as Santiago Airport (SCQ).
Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) serves Santiago, Spain, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
SCQ is the IATA airport code for Santiago de Compostela Airport, located in Santiago, Spain. The airport is situated at coordinates 42.8963°N, 8.4151°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- SCQ
- City
- Santiago
- Country
- Spain
- Timezone
- Europe/Madrid
- Latitude
- 42.8963°
- Longitude
- -8.4151°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from SCQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCG - La Coruna | 45 km | $694 | $1/passenger |
| VGO - Vigo | 76 km | $1,173 | $2/passenger |
| BGZ - Braga | 146 km | $2,252 | $5/passenger |
| BGC - Braganca | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 185 km | $2,854 | $6/passenger |
| VRL - Vila Real | 189 km | $2,916 | $6/passenger |
| OVD - Aviles | 207 km | $3,194 | $6/passenger |
| LEN - Leon | 228 km | $3,518 | $7/passenger |
| VSE - Viseu | 245 km | $3,780 | $8/passenger |
| VLL - Valladolid | 322 km | $4,968 | $10/passenger |
| SLM - Salamanca | 324 km | $4,999 | $10/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 343 km | $5,292 | $11/passenger |
| SDR - Santander | 377 km | $5,816 | $12/passenger |
| RGS - Burgos | 397 km | $6,125 | $12/passenger |
| BIO - Bilbao | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 449 km | $6,927 | $14/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 462 km | $7,128 | $14/passenger |
| VIT - Vitoria | 464 km | $7,159 | $14/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 465 km | $7,174 | $14/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 471 km | $7,267 | $15/passenger |
| ECV - Madrid | 476 km | $7,344 | $15/passenger |
| MAD - Madrid | 485 km | $7,483 | $15/passenger |
| TOJ - Madrid | 491 km | $7,575 | $15/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 500 km | $7,714 | $15/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 537 km | $8,285 | $17/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 540 km | $8,331 | $17/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 552 km | $8,516 | $17/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 562 km | $8,671 | $17/passenger |
| CQM - Ciudad Real | 584 km | $9,010 | $18/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 622 km | $9,596 | $19/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 637 km | $9,828 | $20/passenger |
| ODB - Cordoba | 638 km | $9,843 | $20/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 639 km | $9,858 | $20/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 646 km | $9,966 | $20/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 651 km | $10,044 | $20/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 653 km | $10,074 | $20/passenger |
| UIP - Quimper | 655 km | $10,105 | $20/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 655 km | $10,105 | $20/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 659 km | $10,167 | $20/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 666 km | $10,275 | $21/passenger |
| LRT - Lorient | 666 km | $10,275 | $21/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 670 km | $10,337 | $21/passenger |
| RCO - Rochefort | 677 km | $10,445 | $21/passenger |
| LRH - La Rochelle | 678 km | $10,460 | $21/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 679 km | $10,476 | $21/passenger |
| LBY - La Baule | 682 km | $10,522 | $21/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 684 km | $10,553 | $21/passenger |
| BES - Brest | 691 km | $10,661 | $21/passenger |
| SNR - St.-nazaire | 694 km | $10,707 | $21/passenger |
| VNE - Vannes | 697 km | $10,753 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your SCQ Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from SCQ
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Santiago
Santiago experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through SCQ
As a European airport, SCQ falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via SCQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Santiago de Compostela Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from SCQ
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to SCQ are LCG, VGO, BGZ — consider these for potentially lower fares