Ryanair halts Stansted flights to major international airport

Santiago de Compostela Airport in north-west Spain will shut from Thursday, April 23 until Wednesday, May 27, with no flights able to take off or land during this period.

British travellers, including those flying with Ryanair from Stansted, are being advised to review their holiday arrangements and check with airlines for any changes or disruptions.

The budget airline, which operates a flight from Stansted to the affected airport regularly, had flights land there on April 17, 19, and 21.

However, future services will now not go ahead, potentially disrupting the travel plans of those heading to northern Spain.

On average, 30 flights from the UK land at Santiago de Compostela each week.

Santiago de Compostela is the capital of Galicia in north-west Spain.

It is the final destination of the historic Camino de Santiago pilgrimage routes, home to a UNESCO‑listed old town and the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.

In a statement on the Spanish airport operator’s website, Aena, it says the 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 air traffic, and no takeoffs or landings will take place.

“If you have any questions about your flight status, schedule changes, or possible rebooking, we recommend contacting your airline.”

Travellers heading to Santiago de Compostela will need to make alternative flight arrangements during the closure.

The nearest option is A Coruña Airport, around 42 miles to the north, with a journey time of just under an hour by car.