Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Skipton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Skipton

With a population of 14.632, Skipton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Skipton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Skipton

Skipton in April
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Skipton in April
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Skipton

Plane

Although Skipton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 70 km from Skipton. The shortest flight to Skipton from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h.

Car

Another option to get to Skipton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 302 km from Skipton. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Skipton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 70 km from Skipton. The shortest flight to Skipton from the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h.

Car

Another option to get to Skipton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 302 km from Skipton. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Skipton

DSADoncaster Sheffield
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Skipton

Lufthansa
Good (8,108 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,532 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,088 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,438 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,616 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,926 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,606 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,861 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,287 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (418 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,402 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,311 reviews)
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Where to stay in Skipton

Average rates range from around $130 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $180 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Skipton

Most booked hotels in Skipton

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The Lister Arms
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2093 reviews)
$208+
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Harts Head Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1029 reviews)
$161+
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The Plough Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 531 reviews)
$116+
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Falcon Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1862 reviews)
$138+
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The Devonshire Arms Hotel at Bolton Abbey
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 635 reviews)
$275+
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Yha Malham
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 566 reviews)
$55+
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Renting a car in Skipton

Renting a car in Skipton costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $7.65 per gallon in Skipton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $91.76 and $122.34. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Skipton, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Skipton costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $7.65 per gallon in Skipton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $91.76 and $122.34. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Skipton, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.