Santiago de Compostela to Manchester, Greater Manchester (SCQ–MAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Santiago de Compostela to Manchester, Greater Manchester
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind

While no nonstop service exists between SCQ and MAN, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for SCQ to MAN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,930
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Santiago de Compostela

Nearby airports with service to Manchester Airport.
Metric SCQ→MAN OPO→MAN
Distance from SCQ 115 mi
Nonstop airlines 3
Weekly flights 16
Airports within 200 miles of SCQ with service to Manchester Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Manchester, Greater Manchester is 1 hour behind Santiago de Compostela.
SCQ: CEST · MAN: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Santiago de Compostela, it's 5:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
Visa & Entry

Spanish passport holders enter the UK visa-free for up to 6 months as tourists or business visitors. Since Brexit, you must use a passport. Spanish national ID cards are no longer accepted for entry. Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. No minimum validity period beyond that is required.

You will pass through UK Border Force on arrival. Have your return ticket and accommodation details ready. The officer may ask about your purpose and funds. For visits under 6 months, no advance application is needed. You cannot work on a tourist entry, even unpaid volunteering in most cases.

The UK is rolling out an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system. As of 2025, EU nationals including Spanish citizens do not yet need an ETA, but this is expected to change. Check gov.uk before booking. If you had pre-settled or settled status from living in the UK before Brexit, you enter under those rights instead of as a visitor.

Getting from MAN

Rail from Manchester Airport station (between Terminals 1/2 and 3, connected by free shuttle bus) to Manchester Piccadilly takes 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak). Metrolink tram is slower (55 min) but cheaper and connects to suburbs not served by rail. Long-distance trains depart directly from the airport station to Liverpool (55 min), Leeds (80 min), and other northern cities.Taxis from arrivals cost £25–40 to the city centre; Uber operates from a designated zone. The Skylink bus connects all three terminals. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings.

Manchester, Greater Manchester Climate

Temperate maritime climate. Among the wettest of any major UK airport. Rain is possible in any month. Manchester averages over 200 rainy days per year. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with occasional fog delaying operations and infrequent but disruptive snow. Summers are mild at 18–24°C with unpredictable showers.

Wind from the west and southwest is the most common operational disruption. Rare but severe winter ice events can cause significant delays. Pack waterproofs year-round. A warm layer is useful even in August.

SCQ–MAN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Santiago de Compostela to Manchester, Greater Manchester route.
Route details
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: SCQ
IATA / ICAOSCQ / LEST
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Passengers/yr3.6M
Elevation1,213 ft / 370 m
Destination: MAN
IATA / ICAOMAN / EGCC
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr30.8M
Elevation257 ft / 78 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SCQ to MAN flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas, Amsterdam and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat.
Manchester, Greater Manchester is 1 hour behind Santiago de Compostela.
Nearby alternatives include OPO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas, Amsterdam and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Porto (OPO).