Non-stop flights to Islay (ILY)
Port Ellen Airport (Glenegedale Airport) is a small airport in United Kingdom. It is a domestic airport. There is only one airport that has a direct flight to Islay. Currently, there is one domestic flight to Islay.
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All direct flights to Islay Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Islay Best time to visit Islay Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 29 flights arriving at Islay Airport, which are 7 flights per week or 1 flights per day.
The only flight to Islay ILY is departing from Glasgow (GLA). This non-stop flight takes around 40 minutes and covers a distance of 72 miles (116 km).
List of all direct flights to Islay
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Islay, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Islay.
Airlines flying to Islay
The only airline that flies to Islay is Loganair.
What is the best time to visit Islay?
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime
Islay is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.
The best time to visit Islay is during the summer months, spanning from May to August. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from September to February.

International flights to Islay
Currently there are no international flights to Islay. The only flights to Islay are domestic flights within United Kingdom. To get to Islay from another country you will need a flight with a stopover through Glasgow.
Domestic flights to Islay
Flights from United Kingdom to Islay
There is just one domestic flight to Islay, which is between Islay and Glasgow. From Glasgow, direct flights are offered by Loganair.
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Alternative airports near Islay
Flying to an alternative airport near Islay could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Islay (ILY) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Colonsay (CSA) and Campbeltown (CAL).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Islay?
There are 3 airports in Islay: Port Ellen Airport (Glenegedale Airport) (ILY), Colonsay Airport (CSA) and Campbeltown Airport (RAF Machrihanish) (CAL).
What is the best airport to fly into Islay?
You have multiple options when flying into Islay. Although Islay (ILY) is a convenient airport to reach the city, the biggest airport near to Islay is Colonsay (CSA), Colonsay Airport, which offers you additional options.
How many airlines fly to Islay?
There is 1 airline flying to Islay, which is Loganair, as of March 2026.
Which airlines fly to Islay?
Loganair is the only airline flying to Islay.
Which alliances are flying to Islay?
There are no alliances flying to Islay at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Islay?
There are roughly 29 flights arriving at Islay every month (or 7 flights each week), from a total of 1 airports - all within United Kingdom.
What is the official name of Islay Airport?
The official name of Islay Airport is Port Ellen Airport (Glenegedale Airport).
What is the airport code of Islay Airport?
The airport code of Islay Airport is ILY.
What are the most popular flights to Islay?
Glasgow is the only airport with a direct connection to Islay.
How long is the flight to Islay?
| Glasgow to Islay | 40m |