What is the cost of travelling in Vigo?

Item Cape Town Johannesburg Vigo Meal inexpensive restaurant R 100.00 R 100.00 R 131.78 Domestic Beer (0.5 litre draught) R 25.00 R 25.00 R 29.28 Cappuccino (regular) R 22.33 R 22.34 R 18.42 Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) R 10.00 R 10.00 R 14.64 Pack of cigarettes (Marlboro) R 37.50 R 37.50 R 73.21

Cheap Flights To Vigo: The Best Fares

Last minute Vigo flight offers

Prices observed in the past 7 days start from N/A one-way and R18659 round trip. Fares and availability may change at any time, and additional terms may apply.

Qatar Airways

21 Sep - 27 Sep

JNB

Johannesburg

Round-Trip

VGO

Vigo

R18659

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Popular airlines to Vigo

Iberia Airlines

Air Europa

TAP Portugal

Iberia Airlines

Air Europa

TAP Portugal

Why visit Vigo

A Scenic Setting

Vigo sits on the coast of the Vigo Ria estuary, guaranteeing you stunning views across a magnificent bay.

Stunning Beaches

You’ll discover a beach paradise with a visit to Vigo. 15 kilometres from the harbour are the Cíes, San Martiño, and Faro Islands, which are home to luscious beaches.

Historic Architecture

Vigo boasts historic treasures, such as the charming old town and the majestic castle at Castro Hill. Make sure to tour this collection of attractions that highlight Vigo’s rich past.

About Vigo

Vigo is a gorgeous coastal city in Spain, and the country’s main fishing port. With over 290 000 residents, it is the largest destination of the Galicia province. Vigo offers you its ancient history, lovely beaches and breath-taking forest ridges. The top attractions of the destination include Cíes Islands, Castro Fortress, and Museo Quiñones de León.

Prepare yourself for a wonderful holiday experience in this Spanish city, because cheap flights to Vigo are now available for a limited time! Vigo is home to Vigo-Peinador Airport (VGO), which is a 15-minute drive from the city centre. Vigo-Peinador Airport serves a multitude of airlines, including Iberia, Air Europa, and TAP Portugal. Popular connecting flights to Vigo are available from Johannesburg and Cape Town. The flight duration from Johannesburg is approximately 12 hours and 35 minutes.

General Information

Essential details you need to know before your trip

Country

Currency

Spain

Euro

LANGUAGE

Exchange Rate

Spanish

1 ZAR = 0.053 EUR

AIRLINE

TIME ZONE

Iberia / Air Europa / TAP Portugal

GMT +1

HUB AIRPORT

Vigo-Peinador Airport (VGO)

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Weather In Vigo

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Frequently asked questions

Overview

Situated in a picturesque bay and surrounded by lovely forest ridges, the port city of Vigo is definitely a destination to put on your holiday bucket list! A visit to this Spanish metropolis will give you the chance to explore its rich history, gorgeous beaches and amazing surroundings.

Explore the depths of the city, with visits to the quaint old city, which includes cobbled streets and a large collection of shops, restaurants, bars and cafés that serve tasty tapas and seafood. Discover a 17th century castle at the site of Castro Hill, which was named after the circular ancient ruins it has to one side. For some refreshing fun in the sun, spend time at one of the beautiful beaches of Vigo, including Samil, Vao and Canido.

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Best time to visit Vigo

Skip the crowds and the high hotel costs by visiting Vigo during the month of September (early autumn). This period follows the peak tourist season of summer (June – August), which means you will still have the pleasure of warm temperatures (around the mid-20s) while the rainfall will be on the rise (around 90mm). If you want to experience the best weather conditions of the high season, make sure to book well in advance and prepare yourself for crowded attractions and higher accommodation costs.

Visa & Customs

You will need a Schengen Visa to visit Vigo in Spain.

Passports may not be older than 10 years, must have 2 blank pages and be valid for at least 3 months beyond your date of departure from the Schengen state.

The nearest South African Embassy in Vigo is in Madrid.

Address: Edificio Lista, Calle de Claudio Coello 91-6, Cor of J Ortega & Gasset, Madrid 28006

Phone: 34 91 436 2780

Fax: 34 91 577 7414

Health & Safety

During your holiday in Vigo, make sure to practise basic common sense. Keep your valuables in a safe place and out of sight when in public. Make sure to also refrain from walking outside alone at night.

At least four to six weeks before your trip, get all the routine vaccinations. You may additionally require vaccinations for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and rabies, depending on what your plans are during your time in Vigo.