Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Santiago de Compostela travel guide

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You're Going to Love Santiago de Compostela

With a population of 95 092, Santiago de Compostela is a must-see destination in Galicia, Spain. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Santiago de Compostela has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Santiago de Compostela

If you’re looking for affordable options, El Rincón de Yobeida- Santiago de compostela (Rúa das Galeras, 30, B Izquierda) and Pumar (Rúa das Galeras, 28) are great picks.

When to visit Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 419
1 night at 3-star hotel
Santiago de Compostela in February
Estimated hotel price
AED 419
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Santiago de Compostela in July, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 24 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 281 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Santiago de Compostela, with an average rainfall of 39 mm.

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How to Get to Santiago de Compostela

Plane

When flying to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll arrive at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 35h 20m.

Plane

When flying to Santiago de Compostela, you’ll arrive at Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ), which is located 11 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Santiago de Compostela from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 35h 20m.

Airports near Santiago de Compostela

SCQSantiago de Compostela
LCGA Coruña
VGOVigo

Airlines serving Santiago de Compostela

Lufthansa
Good (8,010 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,986 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,378 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,952 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,733 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,781 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,334 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,437 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,374 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,528 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (688 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,568 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
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Where to stay in Santiago de Compostela

From 5-star hotels such as the Parador de Santiago de Compostela to great affordable options like the Pazo Xan Xordo, Santiago de Compostela offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 385 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 773 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include San Clemente by Pousadas de Compostela and A Tafona do Peregrino. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Santiago de Compostela, with prices from AED 84 to AED 1,473 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Santiago de Compostela are about 58% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Santiago de Compostela

Most booked hotels in Santiago de Compostela

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Parador de Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,013+
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NH Collection Santiago de Compostela
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
AED 520+
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Eurostars Gran Hotel Santiago
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
AED 390+
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Hotel Ciudad De Compostela
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 261+
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Hotel Spa Congreso
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
AED 282+
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Hiring a car in Santiago de Compostela

Expect to pay AED 6.65 per litre in Santiago de Compostela (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 79.76 and AED 106.35. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Premium (Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay AED 6.65 per litre in Santiago de Compostela (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 79.76 and AED 106.35. The most frequently booked car type in Santiago de Compostela is Premium (Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 63% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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