Eday Airport
Airport Airport
Eday Airport is a small island airfield in the Orkney Islands, Scotland, serving scheduled inter‑island flights. It has a single small terminal/arrival shelter rather than a full airport building and caters to short regional hops.
Terminal Guide for Eday Airport #
The airfield has a very small passenger facility where check-in and baggage handling are minimal; the layout is compact and focused on short regional flights. There are no airline lounges or extensive passenger services.
Getting to and From Eday Airport #
The airfield is a short drive from local settlements; onward travel is by taxi, private car or prearranged pickup. There is no rail or metro service - walking may be possible for very short distances but not for luggage. Ferry connections to larger islands are available elsewhere in Orkney for onward travel.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Eday Airport #
Facilities are minimal: basic shelter, seating and restrooms, with limited or no food and retail on site. Wi‑Fi and charging points are typically not available. Accessibility is basic - notify the carrier in advance for assistance.
Tips for Eday Airport #
- Flights to small Scottish island airports often use short‑takeoff aircraft - check luggage size/weight limits and hand luggage rules.
- Ground transport at Orkney island airfields is limited; prebook a taxi or arrange hotel pickup if arriving late.
- Small airfields may have very limited terminal services - bring water and snacks for short waits.
Weather & Climate near Eday Airport #
Eday Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1072 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (129 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
