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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 26 km from Skipton. The shortest flight to Skipton from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 9h 20m.

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 Boston and takes around 9h 20m.

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 (8,248 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,239 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,086 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,610 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,666 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (974 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,998 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,703 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,503 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,618 reviews)
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Where to stay in Skipton

Average rates range from around $134 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $202 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 Craven Heifer Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1819 reviews)
$131+
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Lister Arms
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2211 reviews)
$164+
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The Plough Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 549 reviews)
$123+
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Falcon Manor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1910 reviews)
$169+
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The Devonshire Arms Hotel at Bolton Abbey
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 663 reviews)
$233+
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Stone Trough Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 2581 reviews)
$85+
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Renting a car in Skipton

Renting a car in Skipton costs $41 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. 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 $41 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. 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.