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
C$ 151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Isle of Arran in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 151
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 Canada. The shortest flight to Isle of Arran from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 36h 20m.

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 DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , 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 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 Canada. The shortest flight to Isle of Arran from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 36h 20m.

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 DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Isle of Arran

Airlines serving Isle of Arran

Lufthansa
Good (7,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,356 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,821 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,671 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,843 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,958 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,682 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (847 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,554 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,552 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,364 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,898 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,308 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,224 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,338 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
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Where to stay in Isle of Arran

Average rates range from around C$ 195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 341 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 (9.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 293+
The Corrie Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 177+
Glenisle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 115+
Lochranza Youth Hostel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 44+
Burlington Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 135+
The Arran Lodge & Arran Sleep Huts
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 89+

Renting a car in Isle of Arran

Expect to pay C$ 2.46 per litre 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 C$ 29.51 and C$ 39.34. The most frequently booked car type in Isle of Arran is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 2.46 per litre 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 C$ 29.51 and C$ 39.34. The most frequently booked car type in Isle of Arran is Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.