Vigo Airport VGO: Departures and guide

Flying from/to Vigo Peinador Airport

When arriving to Vigo Peinador Airport, it can be unclear how to reach your final destination, or more generally, to the city centre. We, at Omio, have mapped out good things to know, facilities available when flying to Vigo Peinador Airport and what to do when you get to the city.

Travel from Vigo city center to Vigo Peinador Airport

The city of Vigo is in the province of Pontevedra in Galicia, northwest Spain, near the Atlantic Ocean. The city center is well known for its history and art without compromising its urban feel and modern lifestyle.  Vigo experiences the highest rainfall in Spain and is Spain's 14th-largest metropolitan area. To travel from the Vigo city center to the Vigo Peinador Airport tourists can use either rental cars, buses or taxis. Rail transportation is not available from the city center to the airport. The city's growth and rise to economic prosperity has led to the development of a well-maintained public transportation system. Tourists and locals can take a taxi or bus from the city center to the airport. Tourists can also walk around the city or take the ferry which operates from the Port of Vigo and the Cíes Islands. The AVE train station also offers tourists more travel options to explore Vigo and its surrounding towns. The municipality of Vigo is constantly upgrading the transportation network to make traveling easier. 

What's the best way to get to the airport from Vigo city center

International car rental companies including Avis, Europcar and Sixt are available in Vigo. The public transit system is also well developed, allowing easy travel from Vigo city center to the airport. Buses run from Monday to Friday between the airport and Plaza Eugenio Fadrique. On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays buses run between the airport and García Barbón, 7. From Mondays to Fridays, buses run between the airport and city center from 5:55 a.m., 6:25 a.m. and 7:07 a.m., and every 30 minutes thereafter from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. The last bus leaves airport at 11:07 p.m. On Saturdays, the earliest buses leave the airport at 6:40 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. Thereafter buses depart the airport every 30 minutes from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.  The last two buses leave the airport at 10:30 a.m. and 11:07 a.m. with the final daily destination being the Plaza Eugenio Fadrique. On Sundays and public holidays, buses leave the airport every 60 minutes from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., and every 30 minutes from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The last two buses leave at 10:30 p.m. and 11:07 p.m., with the final daily destination being the Plaza Eugenio Fadrique. Travelers arriving on the last flight of the day can use the express service operating between 11:00 p.m. and 11.25 p.m. 

How far is it from the Vigo city center to the Vigo Peinador airport?

The Vigo city center is 5.5. miles (9 kilometers) away from the airport. The city of Pontevedra is 17 miles (28 kilometers) away from the airport. Travelers booking a rental car, taxi or rideshare can expect to spend at least 1 hour and 32 minutes traveling from the airport to the Vigo city center. Travelers who choose to board a bus should expect to spend at least 2 hours and 32 minutes on the journey from the airport to the city center. Travelers must consider how far from the airport they are when choosing a mode of transportation.  The A52 motorway links to the A6 in Madrid and the AP9 leading to Santiago de Compostela and A Coruña. Most buses, taxis and rideshares use the A52 motorway. 

What facilities are there at the Vigo Peinador airport?

 Facilities at the airport include a new departures lounge with a new security checkpoint, a larger departures lounges and four new boarding gates. A spacious tunnel connects the new departures lounge to the check-in lobby. Additional facilities at the Vigo Peinador Airport include cafes, restaurants, shops, cash machines, charging ports for mobile devices and WiFi. The airports information booths provides additional information including information on nearby hotels, sleepover options for layover flights and 24 hour food options. 

How accessible is the Vigo city center - Vigo Peinador Airport route for those with limited mobility?

Vigo Peinador Airport offers a free assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility. Passengers with reduced mobility should request assistance upon arrival at the airport to ensure that everything is ready in time. Bookings for the free assistance service can be arranged on the airport's website at least 2 hours and 30 minutes before arriving at the Vigo airport. To ensure staff receive the request for free assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, passengers are advised to book the service at least 48 hours before their flight departs for the Vigo Peinador Airport. Travelers should report their needs, however small, to the airline in advance in order to ensure ultimate comfort and peace of mind while traveling. To travel to the Vigo Peinador Airport from the city center, travelers should book a car rental service or transportation service that caters for passengers with reduced mobility. Accessable, a company that caters for travelers with reduced mobility, offers transportation and tour options for physically challenged travelers. ​

How tourists can travel from Vigo city center to Vigo Peinador Airport like locals

The fastest mode of transportation to and from the airport is by car. Travelers who prefer privacy can rent a car or book a taxi or rideshare. The airport's shops and 24-hour food service make sure that travelers never go hungry. In addition, travelers can purchase edibles from one of the many shops based at the airport. Retirees, school and university students can use the Green Card to save on travel costs. The best mode of transportation from Vigo city center to the airport depends on individual travel requirements. Buses are the cheapest, while rental car prices are fixed. Taxis are cheaper than rental cars while rideshares are the cheapest option for travelers who would rather pass on taking a bus. Most buses, taxis and rideshares use the A52 motorway.​​​​​​