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The distance between Santiago de Compostela city center and Santiago Airport is 13 kilometers. Among the means of transportation that can be preferred for getting to the airport from the city center, the buses stand along  as they are providing direct access to the Santiago Airport terminal from many points in the city. The fare of buses is more convenient than the Santiago taxis; however the passengers opt for taxis generally as the buses depart at certain hours from the center and pick passengers from certain stops.  

Taxi

By taking a taxi from the center of Santiago de Compostela, you can get to the Santiago Airport at a fixed fare. The taxi fare that you would pay to travel between the city center and Santiago Airport is approximately 22 dollar. However, you should keep in mind that a fixed taxi fare may only apply to those taking a taxi from certain points in the center, and in case you take a taxi from another point you may have to pay the amount shown in the taximeter device. Taxi fares can be a bit higher between 10 pm and 7 am and on weekends and holidays in the city. If you need to take a taxi during the weekend or on a holiday, and you still do not want to overpay, you can negotiate a bit with the taxi drivers of Santiago de Compastela and get on the vehicle after this to get to Santiago Airport.

Public Transportation

Means of public transportation offer both an easy and economical way to travel with direct intervals from many points in the area close to Santiago Airport. If you want to take a bus from Santiago's center, you can take an airport bus from many points such as Capilla San Lázaro, the central train station, the bus terminal or the Rúa da Rosa, and get off at Santiago Airport terminal airport and ease your access to the airport in Santiago by bus. You can also get on a bus going to the airport from different centers such as Burela, A Coruna, Sobrado and Lugo.

Burela buses pick up passengers from points like Mondoñedo, Vilalba, Curtis, Ribadeo, Viveiro and Foz.  You can get information about the schedules and fares of buses departing from Santiago de Compostela by calling 981 311 213.

Buses departing from A Coruna, on the other hand, depart from in front of Hotel Atlántico and take their passengers directly to Santiago Airport, without stopping at any other point.  

You can get on the buses departing from Sobrado from different points on the route such as Arzúa, Boimorto and Arca.

It is also possible to prefer the buses departing from Lugo direction and passing through Palas de Rei and Guntín, Arca, Mélida, Ferreiros and Arzúa and taking their passengers to Santiago Airport in order to travel to the airport from these regions. You can get information about the fares that vary based on the routes regardless of the bus schedules and days by reaching out the call center of the bus company.

Car Rental

You can also consider renting a car to get to the airport from the city center in Santiago de Compostela. You can choose one of the global car rental companies serving in the city such as Hertz, Avis, Europcar or Enterprise and reach Santiago Airport in about 20-30 minutes depending on the region that you are departing from.  You will see the branches of the car rental companies that are serving in the city center at Santiago Airport. Thus, you can easily deliver the car you have rented from the city center to the branch at the airport and start waiting for your flight at the waiting lounges at the terminal.  

Airport Information

Passengers at Santiago Airport terminal can make benefit of a free and unlimited internet connection available at the airport. Some of the standard services offered at the airport include lost goods offices, information desks from where you can get information about every detail at Santiago Airport and a children's playground a. Emergency assistance is also available at the airport in case of need.

You can choose Sibarium Delicatessen if you want to get some wine or snacks at Santiago Airport. There also ideal shops for those passengers who want to buy drinks, cosmetics, tobacco or something sweet at the airport.

You can visit the Adolfo Domínguez store in Santiago Airport terminal in case you want to wear fashionable clothes or bring some as a gift to your loved ones. You can find shoes and bags at the store selling both men’s and women’s clothing and accessories. Demmokratic Sport Store which is also located at Santiago Airport terminal is ideal for you in case you want to look for sneakers and clothes suitable for sports.

There is also a lottery area at the airport, Apart from all these great areas, where you can try your luck by playing games. Keep in mind that you can continue waiting here for your flight after playing a game here.  

By tasting delicious meals from European cuisine in cafes and restaurants such as La Pausa, Eating Point and Il Caffe di Roma, located at the airport terminal, to have a much more enjoyable experience while waiting for your flight.

In case you need to leave your car at the airport, you can make benefit of the secure car park at Santiago Airport, available for both short and long term parks.

The Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, also referred to as Madrid-Barajas Airport, is located 12 km from Madrid’s city center. There are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport including the metro, trains, buses, taxis, or rental cars.

Metro

Madrid’s metro system is a modern, clean, and quick transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are two metro stations at the airport that provide convenient transportation to the city’s metro system. There is a station located in Terminal 2, which is accessible from the other terminals using the airport’s inter-terminal transportation system. The other station is located in Terminal 4. Metro Line 8 runs through both stations. Departing from Terminal 4, Metro Line 8 runs to the following lines respectively, Barajas, Airport T1-T2-T3, Campo de las Naciones, Mar de Cristal, Pinar del Rey, Colombia, all the way to the Nuevos Ministerios Station in only 12 minutes. At the Nuevos Ministerios Station you can transfer to Metro Line 10 and Metro Line 6, depending on your destination in the city. You can also transfer to Line 4 at the Mar de Cristal Station.  

We recommend taking a look at the Madrid Metro System online beforehand, or getting a map at the airport, to find out which metro line you should take depending on your final destination in the city. The metro is an affordable and convenient method of transportation to get to the city center. However, you might have to transfer at multiple locations depending on your final destination. So if you have a lot of luggage then taking the metro can be a bit troublesome. The Madrid metro system runs from 6 am to 2 am. Metro Line 8 operates every 5 minutes. If you purchase a Madrid Tourist Travel Pass then you will be paying less for public transportation and won’t have to deal with purchasing separate tickets for each ride. These cards are valid on the metro, buses, and trains.  

Train

Another convenient method of transportation to get to the city center from the airport is by using the RENFE trains. There is a station located in Terminal 4, which is accessible from the other terminals using the airport’s inter-terminal transportation system. From this station you can get to stops in the city like Chamartin, Nuevos Ministerios, Atocha, and Principe Pio by taking the C1 trains. The total train ride from the airport station to Chamartin Station takes 11 minutes and the total train ride from the airport station to Principe Pio Station takes 38 minutes. The C1 trains operate from 5:15 am to 12:15 am and run every 30 minutes.

Bus

Buses are another form of transportation to get to the city center and its surrounding areas from the airport. Airport Express buses provide transportation along Plaza Cibeles to the city’s main railway station, Atocha Station. This station is also quite close to the city’s main bus stop. These buses operate 24 hours a day and run every 15 minutes during the day and every 35 minutes at night. These yellow buses also let off passengers at the junction of O’Donnell and Doctor Esquerdo and stops along Plaza de Cibeles before arriving at Atocha Station. The ride from the airport to the last stop takes about 40 minutes under normal traffic conditions. In addition, there are regular public bus services that provide transportation to various locations in the city. Bus line 200 runs from each terminal to the Avenida de America Station, where you can connect to other major bus routes. Bus line 200 operates from 5 am to 11:30 pm and runs every 12 to 15 minutes during rush hour.

Taxi

Another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by taxi. Taxis are easily accessible outside of the arrivals hall. Since the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center, only 13 km away, taking a taxi is a comfortable option. Official taxicabs in Madrid are colored white with a red stripe on them. Taxis operate using a taximeter but also use maximum and minimum flat rate fares. For example, if you are traveling 10 km away then the minimum fare will be 20 euros. But if you are traveling to specific sections in the city then your maximum fare will be 30 euros. These prices can vary over time and taxi fares are higher over the weekend, during public holidays, and at night between 9 pm and 6 am. For more detailed information on taxi fares and services please take a look at Madrid-Barajas Airport’s website.  

Rental Car

Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport, especially if you’re planning on exploring areas surrounding the city. However, if you plan on only staying in the city then keep in mind that parking and traffic can be a problem. It might not be worth renting a car considering the fact that public transportation is so convenient. Regardless, there are various rental car companies that have offices at the airport, such as Sixt, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise and ATESA. Rental car offices can be found in the arrivals hall of terminals 1 and 4.

Airport Information

Located 12 km from the city center,  Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, also referred to as Madrid-Barajas Airport, is the main airport in Madrid, serving both international and domestic flights. Madrid-Barajas Airport consists of 4 terminals, Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, and Terminal 4, which was built in 2006. Terminal 4 is the largest terminal in the airport and operates flights for many major airlines such as Turkish Airlines and American Airlines. It is an impressive structure with modern architecture that also features a satellite building, TS4. Terminal 1 is the airport’s oldest building and another major terminal. Many airlines take off and land at Terminal 1. Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 are smaller in comparison to the others. Terminal 3 is dedicated to flights operated by Lagun Air. There is an airport shuttle bus that runs 24 hours a day, providing inter-terminal transportation.

Internet at the airport is free for the first 15 minutes. In Terminal 4 you can connect to the internet by paying a fee. In Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3 you can connect to the internet in the departure lounges, VIP lounges, and restaurant area.

There are various VIP lounges located at the airport. The La Revoltosa and Premium lounges at Terminal 4, La Revoltosa lounge in Terminal 4S, Cibeles lounge in Terminal 1, Puerta de Alcala lounge in Terminal 2, and Puerto del Sol lounge in Terminal 3 are accessible for those with a Priority Pass card. Apart from those there are 3 VIP lounges in Terminal 4 belonging to Iberia Airlines. Madrid-Barajas Airport offers passengers a rich variety of stores where they can go shopping. If you weren’t able to do as much shopping as you would have liked during your time in the city, you can easily make up for it at the airport.

There are many stores at the airport where you can buy various products such as duty free items, food, cosmetics, gifts, electronics, clothing, jewelry, and accessories. While the majority of the stores are located in Terminal 1 and Terminal 4 there are plenty of options in the other terminals as well. The airport is home to many brand name stores such as Adidas, Carolina Herrera, Sunglass Hut, Hugo Boss, Burberry, Massimo Dutti, Zara, and Michael Kors.  

Madrid-Barajas Airport also offers passengers a range of eateries aimed at meeting their pre-flight and post-flight needs. If you want to get a bite to eat or something to drink before or after your flight you can go enjoy familiar venues such as Starbucks, Mc Donald’s, Burger King, Paul, and Lavazza. The airport also features various cafes and restaurants that serve delicious examples of international cuisine.