Vigo Airport serves the most populous city in Galicia, an important Atlantic port and ideal departure point for exploring the stunning Rías Baixas and the Cíes Islands, often described as among the world's most beautiful beaches.
Located about 9 km east of the city center, in a hilly area typical of the Galician landscape.
How to get to Vigo Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to VGO
Parking near Vigo Airport
The parking, located a short distance from the terminal, offers generally accessible rates compared to major Spanish airports.
Availability is generally good even during peak summer periods.
Per-minute rate (approximately 0.86-1.08 euros per hour), daily maximum €10.95 up to 4 days, €8.75 per day from the fifth day. Parking Exprés: free for the first 10 minutes, then €2 per 30 minutes.
How to get to Vigo from VGO
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Vigo Airport
Major car rental companies, including Hertz, Avis, and Europcar, have dedicated desks in the terminal, useful for exploring the Rías Baixas beyond the city of Vigo alone.
Renting is convenient for reaching the small coastal towns of the region.
To rent a car you will need a driver's license, passport, and credit card, plus an IDP in the majority of cases.
Hotels near Vigo Airport
Centre and marina
9 km from the airport, 15 minutes by taxi at a fixed fare or 30 by bus
Best for: for those visiting the casco vello or with work commitments in the centre
- Casco vello, marina and evening life within walking distance of the hotel
- The widest choice of restaurants and shops in the city
- Busy and noisy shopping streets during the day
- Parking is difficult and often paid
Recommended hotels
Urzáiz station
9 km from the airport, about 15 minutes by taxi; the station and the casco vello are a few minutes' walk away
Best for: for those who need to continue by train towards the rest of Galicia
- Railway station and shopping centre a few steps away
- Casco vello reachable in about ten minutes on foot
- Rooms often facing streets with traffic and nightlife
- A less characteristic area than the rest of the historic centre
Recommended hotels
Praia de Samil
about 17 km from the airport, 20-25 minutes by car or taxi
Best for: for those who want the beach within walking distance and more of a resort-style stay
- Three kilometres of Atlantic beach with a promenade and palm trees
- A quiet residential area, away from the traffic of the centre
- A car or the bus is needed to reach the casco vello
- Few restaurants open outside the summer months
Recommended hotels
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The airport has a single terminal of modest size, suitable for the regional traffic that characterizes it.
Internal transit times are brief.
Map of Vigo Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How do you reach the Cíes Islands from Vigo airport?
You first need to reach the port of Vigo by bus or taxi, from where the seasonal ferries to the islands depart.
Q. How much does the city bus from Vigo airport to the centre cost?
A few euros per ride, payable on board or with a rechargeable local transport card.
Q. How much does the city bus from Vigo airport to the centre cost?
A few euros per ride, payable on board or with a rechargeable local transport card.
Q. Is it worth renting a car to visit the Rías Baixas from Vigo?
Yes, it's a good option for exploring the region's coastal villages beyond just the city.
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