City of Derry Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
LDY
ICAO Code
EGAE
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

City of Derry Airport (also known as Eglinton) is a small regional airport serving Derry/Londonderry and the northwest of Northern Ireland. It operates a single passenger terminal handling regional scheduled services and charter flights.

City of Derry Airport
Elevation: 6 m
55.0428, -7.1611

Terminal Guide for City of Derry Airport #

The airport has one main passenger terminal where check-in, security and boarding are all located; the terminal is compact and easy to navigate. Facilities are sized for regional traffic and short-haul flights.

No inter-terminal transfers are necessary as the airport is a single-terminal facility.

Getting to and From City of Derry Airport #

The airport is around 15-20 km from Derry/Londonderry city centre by road; travel time is typically 20-35 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Bus: Local bus services connect the airport with the city on scheduled timetables; frequency can be limited outside peak periods.
  • Taxi: Taxis provide direct transfers to the city and surrounding areas; fares are typical for regional UK journeys.
  • Driving / car hire: Car hire is available through local providers; parking is close to the terminal.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at City of Derry Airport #

Facilities are basic but cover essential traveller needs: a café or kiosk, car hire desks, tourist information and limited retail. Lounges are not a feature.

  • Lounges: Not generally available.
  • Food & drink: Small café/refreshment outlet landside and airside during operating hours.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi is typically available; charging points at seating areas.
  • Accessibility: The terminal is accessible with assistance available on request.

Hotels and Layovers at City of Derry Airport #

Most hotels serving the airport are in and around Derry/Londonderry city centre rather than at the airfield; a taxi ride will reach city hotels quickly.

  • Use major booking platforms to find local hotels in Derry/Londonderry.

Tip for long layovers: there are no transit hotels at the airport; city hotels are the practical choice for rest.

Tips for City of Derry Airport #

  • If you’re heading to Derry/Londonderry city centre, pre-book a taxi for late arrivals-public buses may be infrequent outside peak times.
  • Check whether your flight is marketed by multiple carriers; small airports sometimes use remote stands in busy periods.

Weather & Climate near City of Derry Airport #

Climate

City of Derry Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1269 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 26 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.6h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

42 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
17.1h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 18°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
16.6h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
12° 18°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
14.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
12.6h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
13°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (140 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

140 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.9h daylight

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