Vueling: Seville to Vigo

The carrier: Vueling

About

Vueling is a Spanish budget airline with several hubs and destinations throughout western Europe. 

While there are many complaints about the airline's planes and customer service, it remains a favorite for its easy pricing system and its brand aesthetics, which are bright, appealing and fun.

Upside

Nice destination tally in an appealing brand. Friendly and energetic cabin crew and staff.

Downside

Recently found itself in financial trouble.  Cramped planes and very little legroom. 

Baggage

* Carry-on: One piece of carry-on luggage, not to exceed 10 kg.
* Checked: Up to 23 kg of luggage at the rate of €10 per bag. Over this, you will be charged €10 per kg. Note that you must pre-register your checked luggage in advance of your flight. Otherwise, a penalty fee (€20) applies for each unregistered bag.

* Please visit Vueling’s website for more information on its baggage policy.

Seating

You can quickly and easily choose a seat once you've booked your flight on-line. "XL" seats with more legroom are available from €10 to €13, depending on the duration of the flight.

Check-in and Ticketing

Passengers can check-in online from 7 days to 3 hours hours before departure.  It is available for passengers with or without checked baggage.  Those with special needs are encouraged to check-in at the airport. 

Fun Fact

Vueling was the first Spanish airline to allow customers to choose where they wish to sit at the time of booking.

Departure: Seville, Spain - Aeropuerto de Sevilla (SVQ)

Seville Airport or "Aeropuerto de Sevilla" is the main airport for Seville and is Andalusia’s second airport, behind Málaga. The airport takes its architectural design from Seville's cultural roots, using three traditional components: the mosque, the palace and the orange trees. Travelers are greeted by an orange grove upon arrival to the airport before entering an area colored blue by the glass roofing tiles overhead and crowned with numerous arches supported by vaults.

Location

Seville Airport is located 10km (6 miles) northwest of Seville, between the city limits of Seville and Rinconada.

Transport

• Bus: There are buses that run from the Seville Airport into Prado de San Sebastian in the city center every 30 minutes. Detailed information on the buses can be found on the company’s Website.

• Taxi: Taxis are available opposite the terminal. The journey time from the airport to the city center is roughly 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.

Service

There is both an information terminal and Andalusian Tourist Board desk located in the terminal. In the airport there are a couple cafes and several shops. Other airport services include a bank, ATM, and first aid.

Arrival: Vigo, Spain - Vigo-Peinador (VGO)

Vigo-Peinador International Airport has recently experienced an increase in airport traffic. In order to adapt Vigo airport to future air traffic demands, significant actions are being planned to provide newer and bigger infrastructures and facilities.

Location

Vigo airport is located in the municipalities of Mos, Redondela and Vigo, 9 km from Vigo's city center and 28 km from the neighboring city of Pontevedra.

Transport

• Bus: The bus stop is located beside the Arrivals Hall and buses run every 30 minutes and the duration of the trip is around 15 minutes. A coach service has also been provided from the center of Vigo (direct via the motorway) to Oporto to cater to budget flight travelers. For more information, consult the bus company’s Website. A new line from the Vigo Airport operated by Monbus which runs from Vigo Bus Station to Pontevedra, Sanxenxo, and O grove (for Vilalonga). This trip takes about an hour.

• Taxi: Taxis can be found outside the main terminal building.

Service

At Vigo Airport there are a couple shops with a wide range of products. There are also a couple cafés and multiple banks. An information desk as well as a tourism office is also available in the airport terminal.