Isle of Arran travel guide

Isle of Arran Tourism | Isle of Arran Guide

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Isle of Arran is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Isle of Arran to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Isle of Arran

Isle of Arran in January
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Isle of Arran in January
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Isle of Arran

Plane

Although Isle of Arran doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 37 miles from Isle of Arran. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Isle of Arran from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 16h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Isle of Arran is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 83 miles from Isle of Arran. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Isle of Arran doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 37 miles from Isle of Arran. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Delta, KLM and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Isle of Arran from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 16h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Isle of Arran is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 83 miles from Isle of Arran. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Isle of Arran

Airlines serving Isle of Arran

Lufthansa
Good (4,669 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
SWISS
Good (925 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,491 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,602 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,560 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,939 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,127 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,791 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (880 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Isle of Arran

Average rates range from around $159 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $207 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Isle of Arran

Most booked hotels in Isle of Arran

The Douglas Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 909 reviews)
$221+
The Corrie Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 771 reviews)
$155+
Lochranza Youth Hostel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 369 reviews)
$35+
The Burlington Guest House & Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1111 reviews)
$148+
Glenisle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, 10 reviews)
$161+
The Arran Lodge & Arran Sleep Huts
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1055 reviews)
$62+

Renting a car in Isle of Arran

Expect to pay $7.04 per gallon in Isle of Arran (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.49 and $112.65. The most frequently booked car type in Isle of Arran is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.04 per gallon in Isle of Arran (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.49 and $112.65. The most frequently booked car type in Isle of Arran is Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.