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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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Skipton to see all of its attractions.

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 Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 16 miles from Skipton. The shortest flight to Skipton from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Skipton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 187 miles 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 Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 16 miles from Skipton. The shortest flight to Skipton from the United States departs from New York and takes around 8h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Skipton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 187 miles from Skipton. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Skipton

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Skipton

Lufthansa
Good (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,596 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,664 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,225 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,199 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,664 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 reviews)
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Where to stay in Skipton

Average rates range from around $136 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $190 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Skipton

Most booked hotels in Skipton

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Lister Arms
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2202 reviews)
$169+
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The Plough Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 548 reviews)
$123+
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Harts Head Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1057 reviews)
$109+
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Falcon Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1906 reviews)
$167+
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The Devonshire Arms Hotel at Bolton Abbey
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 657 reviews)
$235+
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Stone Trough Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 2566 reviews)
$86+
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Renting a car in Skipton

Renting a car in Skipton costs $38 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.59 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 $103.11 and $137.49. The most frequently booked car type in Skipton is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are, on average, 18% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Skipton costs $38 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.59 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 $103.11 and $137.49. The most frequently booked car type in Skipton is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are, on average, 18% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.