# United Airlines is set to begin flights from Newark to Santiago de Compostela.

*aerospace · news · 2026-05-24 · Simple Flying*

## Key points

- United Airlines will launch direct Newark–Santiago de Compostela flights starting May 27, 2026.
- This is the first-ever direct US air link to Santiago de Compostela Airport.
- United will use Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft on its longest scheduled flights for this type.
- The route will operate seasonally with 51 departures from Newark through September 20, 2026.
- Santiago de Compostela Airport has previously only handled European and short-haul flights.

**Companies:** United Airlines
**Countries:** United States, Spain

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