What is the closest major airport to the Isle of Skye?

What is the nearest airport to Island of Skye? The nearest airport to Island of Skye is Benbecula (BEB) Airport which is 43.7 miles away. Other nearby airports include Barra (BRR) (49.1 miles), Stornoway (SYY) (63.6 miles), Inverness (INV) (83.5 miles) and Glasgow (GLA) (121.6 miles).



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Skye is a large island, and there is loads to see. I think you need 2 days minimum to see the major sights on Skye. To explore the island at a slow pace, it would be easy to spend a whole week hiking around the pretty landscapes and visiting the historic ruins and viewpoints.

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From family walks on the spectacular coastline to dramatic scrambles in the Cuillin mountains, the most challenging in Britain, the island provides fantastic walking for everyone. We help you find the best walking routes on Skye, from the classic outings to hidden gems not found in guidebooks.

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For those on the tightest budget, it's possible to visit the Isle of Skye for as little as £10-15 ($13-$20) a day, depending on what food you pack ahead, how much you hitchhike around the island, and a provident use of the hostels during the day.

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TRAVELLING TO SCOTLAND BY BUS There are frequent bus services from London to Scotland, often with much cheaper ticket prices than the train. However, journey times are likely to be much longer than the train which is something to think about.

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The Island is 50 miles long and 25 miles wide. Theoretically you can drive around the Isle of Skye in half a day without stopping (but what would be the point in that!)

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