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Vigo airport

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Vigo airport (VGO)
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Passengers 2025
1.1 million
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9 km

About the airport

Vigo airport (VGO)
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Vigo Airport (IATA code: VGO), historically known as Peinador Airport and inaugurated on April 20, 1954, serves the Pontevedra province and the Galicia-North Portugal Euroregion. It primarily operates regular domestic connections to Madrid, Barcelona, and the Canary Islands.

Official Website: aena.es/es/vigo.html

Phone: +34 913 211 000

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Terminals

The airport operates with a single two-level passenger terminal: Level 0 houses the check-in counters and the arrivals hall, while Level 1 accommodates the security screening area and boarding gates. The terminal is open between 5:00 am and 1:00 am, closing to the public overnight.

Annual Passenger Traffic (2025): 1.1 million passengers.

Information Desks

Aena maintains a general passenger information counter in the central lobby on Level 0.

Location

The airport is located 9 km (6 miles) east of downtown Vigo and about 28 km (18 miles) south of Pontevedra, in grounds shared among the municipalities of Vigo, Mos, and Redondela.

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Airlines and terminals Air Europa: Madrid-Barajas. Air Nostrum (Iberia Regional): Madrid-Barajas. Binter Canarias: Gran Canaria, Tenerife North. Iberia: Madrid-Barajas. Ryanair: Domestic and seasonal international flights. Vueling Airlines: Barcelona-El Prat. Full guide → Getting to and from VGO The airport is located about 9 km from central Vigo, with an estimated travel time of 15 to 30 minutes depending on the chosen mode of… Full guide → Car rental Car rental company desks are located in the main arrivals concourse (Level 0). Vehicle collection and return take place in designated spaces within the covered P1… Full guide → Services and VIP lounges Vigo Airport offers a complete range of passenger amenities and travel conveniences spread across both terminal floors. ATMs: Cash machines located on Level 0 (public arrivals… Full guide → Frequently asked questions No. The passenger terminal at Vigo Airport is open from 5:00 am to 1:00 am. It remains closed overnight (between 1:00 am and 5:00 am), meaning… Full guide →

Parking

The airport premises offer official parking facilities managed by Aena, located within easy walking distance of the terminal.

Parking Facilities

  • P1 General Car Park: A multi-story covered garage connected to the terminal via a pedestrian covered walkway. It provides 950 short- and long-stay spaces, automated license plate recognition, 22 PMR-reserved spaces, and electric vehicle charging points (maximum clearance: 2.20 m). It operates 24 hours a day.
  • Parking Express: Located along the access roadway right in front of the terminal, designed for passenger drop-off and pickup, with the first minutes provided free of charge.

Rates and Considerations

Charges in the P1 General Car Park are calculated on a per-minute basis, with degressive daily maximum caps for extended stays. Preferential discounts are available by booking in advance through Aena's website or for Aena Club members.

Official parking rates and bookings at Aena

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Special assistance

Vigo Airport offers adapted facilities and services for passengers with disabilities or special assistance needs.

Requesting Special Assistance

Through Aena's complimentary Sin Barreras program, personalized assistance is provided from your arrival at the airport facilities right to your aircraft seat. It is recommended to request this service at least 48 hours prior to flight departure through Aena's website, your airline, or by calling Aena's central helpline (+34 913 211 000).

Infrastructure and Accessibility

The terminal building features access ramps, elevators, accessible check-in desks, PMR-adapted restrooms, intercom help points located inside and outside the facility, and 22 designated parking spaces in the covered main garage.

Hidden Disabilities

The facility is part of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard program across the Aena network, enabling airport personnel to discreetly identify travelers with invisible conditions and provide additional empathy, guidance, or priority passage.

Unaccompanied Minors

Escort and supervision services for children flying alone must be booked and coordinated directly with the operating airline when purchasing tickets.

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Hotels and overnight stay

There are no on-site hotels or sleeping pods inside the terminal building.

Nearby Accommodations

  • Hotel Avión: Located about 400 - 500 meters from the terminal (across the N-556 road access), reachable on foot in roughly 5 minutes.
  • Motel Aeropuerto: Situated 1.6 km (1 mile) from the airport premises.
  • Hostal Nuevo Alonso: Located 4.3 km (2.7 miles) away.
  • Hostal Restaurante Rancheiro: 5.1 km (3.2 miles) away.
  • Bahia de Chapela: 5.2 km (3.2 miles) away.

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