Alderney Airport
Airport guide 2026

Alderney Airport ACI

Channel Islands

Alderney Airport serves the smallest and most northern inhabited island of the Channel Islands, just minutes from the only settlement, St Anne.

It is a very small terminal with regional connections to Guernsey and the UK.

Content verified on 03/09/2026

How to get to Alderney Airport

St Anne, the only inhabited centre on the island, is just a few minutes from the airport.

By Car

Those who arrive by car reach St Anne in a few minutes, given the very small size of the island.

By Train

Alderney has a small seasonal tourist railway line, not connected to the airport.

By Bus

There is no dedicated public bus service for flights, given the island's size.
💡
Tips Alderney is very small: many visitors explore it entirely on foot or by bicycle once they arrive. Air connections are limited: always verify the updated timetable well in advance.

Average travel time to ACI

TrainNot available
Shuttle busNot a dedicated service
Taxi / Private hirea few minutes

Parking near Alderney Airport

Not far from the terminal is a modest-sized parking lot.

It is not attended; rates are generally symbolic or free.

How to get to Saint Anne from ACI

By Train

Alderney has a small seasonal tourist railway line, not connected to the airport.

By Bus

A dedicated bus service for flights is not available.

By Taxi

Taxis (in very limited number, often requiring advance booking) wait in the arrivals area or can be called on request; approximately 8-10 GBP to St Anne.

Need an airport transfer?

Compare taxis and shuttles on Booking.com

Search airport taxis and shuttles

Car rental at Alderney Airport

Car rentals are limited given the island's size: many visitors prefer to move around on foot or by bicycle.

If available through your accommodation, bring nonetheless your driver's license, passport, and credit card for the security deposit.

 

Hotels near Alderney Airport

 

Some accommodations are located in St Anne, just a few minutes from the airport.

St Anne (just minutes away) concentrates the island's accommodation offerings, roughly 90–220 USD/night: small guesthouses and family-run hotels, generally very safe, in a tranquil atmosphere far from mass tourism.

Airport services

The airport provides essential services consistent with the island's limited air traffic.

Shopping & Duty Free

A small shop offers souvenirs and local alcoholic beverages.

Lounges & relaxation

No dedicated VIP lounges are present, in line with this airport's size.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is available in the terminal's public areas with variable reliability. There is no dedicated phone shop at the airport.

Families & Children

Some essential provisions are available for families in transit in the waiting areas.

Terminal guide

The terminal is very small. From check-in to gate, one typically walks just a few minutes.

Given the limited number of flights, security checks are generally quick; it is nonetheless advisable to arrive at least 1–2 hours in advance.

Map of Alderney Airport

Map of Alderney Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. How big is Alderney?

Very small: about 5 km long, and it can be fully explored on foot or by bike in a single day.

Q. Does Alderney have many flight connections?

No, air traffic is limited: always check the updated schedules in advance, given the small number of weekly flights to Guernsey and the UK.

Q. Do you need a rental car in Alderney?

Generally not: most visitors get around on foot or by bike, given the island's very small size.

Q. What makes Alderney special?

Its quiet, little-touristed atmosphere, the gull colonies and the small seasonal tourist railway, along with the island's historic fortifications.

Flight board

Real-time status of arriving and departing flights

Nearby Airports

Related articles