Islay Airport
Airport Airport
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.
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (165 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (149 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 (145 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.