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. 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 26 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 Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 26 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

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Skipton

Lufthansa
Good (8,084 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,056 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,238 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,610 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,865 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,841 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,227 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,413 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,385 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,286 reviews)
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Where to stay in Skipton

Average rates range from around $127 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $181 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 Golden Lion at Settle
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1285 reviews)
$157+
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The Plough Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 528 reviews)
$110+
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Falcon Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1856 reviews)
$147+
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The Devonshire Arms Hotel at Bolton Abbey
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 631 reviews)
$266+
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Yha Malham
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 563 reviews)
$60+
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The Red Lion & Manor House
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2051 reviews)
$171+
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Renting a car in Skipton

Renting a car in Skipton costs $71 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 43% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $7.99 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 $95.85 and $127.80. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Skipton, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Skipton costs $71 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 43% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $7.99 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 $95.85 and $127.80. Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Skipton, while also 39% cheaper than other types, on average.