Islay Airport (Scotland) is a small island airport serving the Hebridean island of Islay. It primarily handles domestic flights to and from mainland Scotland and operates from a single compact terminal.
Getting to and From Islay Airport #
Ground transport typically comprises local taxis and car hire; journey time from the airport to main villages on Islay is generally short (under 20 minutes). There are no rail services-travel is by road or ferry between islands.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Islay Airport #
Facilities are basic: a small departure lounge, restrooms and a ticketing/arrival area. Wi‑Fi and charging points may be limited; food and retail options are usually confined to a small café or vending machines. Accessibility is generally supported but minimal.
Tips for Islay Airport #
- Small island airport with limited schedules. Check flight times and onward ferry/boat plans if visiting other islands.
- Facilities are minimal - bring snacks. The terminal is compact and services are limited outside peak periods.
- Weather can affect flights. In poor visibility or strong winds operations can be disrupted; keep flexible plans.
Weather & Climate near Islay Airport #
Islay Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1382 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 4° - 8° | 1° | 165 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 98 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | 4° - 9° | 2° | 125 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 79 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 59 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.0h |
| June | Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 73 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.1h |
| July | Good | 12° - 17° | 14° | 93 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 12° - 18° | 15° | 108 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.8h |
| September | Acceptable | 10° - 16° | 13° | 132 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 8° - 13° | 11° | 156 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 6° - 10° | 4° | 149 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 145 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |