Santiago de Compostela Airport in Spain has closed for more than a month to allow for extensive runway resurfacing. The airport, which serves around 3.6 million passengers annually, shut on 23 April and will remain closed until 27 May 2026.
Spanish airport operator Aena confirmed that all air traffic is suspended during the works. A statement said: 'Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport will be closed from 23 April to 27 May 2026 for runway resurfacing works. During this period, the airport will be closed to all traffic, and no takeoffs or landings will take place.' Passengers have been advised to contact their airlines regarding flight status, schedule changes or rebooking.
The closure has affected direct UK services operated by Ryanair, Vueling, British Airways and Iberia. Normally, around 30 weekly flights connect the airport with London Stansted, London Gatwick and London Heathrow, with journey times of just over two hours. The airport serves 23 destinations through nine airlines and is a popular gateway for British tourists visiting Santiago de Compostela and the wider Galicia region.
Last year, Ryanair closed its base at Santiago de Compostela Airport as part of wider cuts across Spain, citing rising airport fees. The airline removed 1.2 million seats from its Spanish network, affecting destinations including Jerez, Vigo and Valladolid. Despite this, Ryanair still operates three weekly flights to Santiago de Compostela on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays, with fares previously advertised from £15.99.
