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 37 miles from Isle of Arran. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Isle of Arran from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 28h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Isle of Arran is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 83 miles from Isle of Arran. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Megabus operates bus routes 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 37 miles from Isle of Arran. Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest flight to Isle of Arran from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 28h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Isle of Arran is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 83 miles from Isle of Arran. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Megabus operates bus routes to Isle of Arran.

Airports near Isle of Arran

Airlines serving Isle of Arran

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Isle of Arran

Average rates range from around $160 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $208 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, 919 reviews)
$249+
The Corrie Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 778 reviews)
$158+
Lochranza Youth Hostel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 376 reviews)
$36+
Burlington Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1121 reviews)
$150+
Glenisle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, 10 reviews)
$158+
The Arran Lodge & Arran Sleep Huts
3 stars
Good (7.7, 1063 reviews)
$64+

Renting a car in Isle of Arran

Expect to pay $7.08 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 $84.94 and $113.26. 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, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $7.08 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 $84.94 and $113.26. 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, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.