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 59 km from Isle of Arran. The shortest flight to Isle of Arran from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 15h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Isle of Arran is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 133 km 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 59 km from Isle of Arran. The shortest flight to Isle of Arran from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 15h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Isle of Arran is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 133 km 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 (4,697 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,586 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,957 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Isle of Arran

Average rates range from around $162 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $211 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, 926 reviews)
$251+
The Corrie Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 775 reviews)
$147+
Lochranza Youth Hostel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 387 reviews)
$36+
Burlington Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1126 reviews)
$151+
Glenisle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, 10 reviews)
$160+
The Arran Lodge & Arran Sleep Huts
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1091 reviews)
$68+

Renting a car in Isle of Arran

Expect to pay $7.15 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 $85.85 and $114.47. 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, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.15 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 $85.85 and $114.47. 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, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.