Stornoway Airport, on the Isle of Lewis, is the principal terminal of the Outer Hebrides, just 3.7 km from the city center.
Gateway to the largest island of the Outer Hebrides, known for Luskentyre beaches and Gaelic cultural heritage.
How to get to Stornoway Airport
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Average travel time to SYY
Parking near Stornoway Airport
Parking adjacent to the terminal is generally free or nearly free.
How to get to Stornoway from SYY
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Car rental at Stornoway Airport
Car rental is available at the airport, useful for exploring the Isle of Lewis and the Luskentyre beaches.
Hotels near Stornoway Airport
Stornoway centre, near the harbour
Taxi from the terminal in 5-10 minutes; local bus in about 15-20 minutes on weekdays, no service on Sundays.
Best for: for anyone arriving or leaving the same day who wants to stay near the ferry pier and the centre
- A few steps from the ferry pier to Ullapool
- Restaurants and pubs open even outside the season
- Very few bus services at weekends, better to rely on a taxi
- Very limited choice of hotels across the whole island
Recommended hotels
- The Royal Hotel The most historic hotel in town, with a restaurant on the harbour and a view of Lews Castle; convenient for staying in the heart of Stornoway. View availability
- Caladh Inn The largest hotel in town, a few minutes' walk from the centre and less than 5 from the ferry pier. View availability
Lews Castle and the park
A few minutes by taxi from the terminal, on the side of the harbour opposite the ferry pier.
Best for: for anyone who wants to sleep in a historic building with a harbour view, staying a few minutes from the centre
- Restored Victorian castle, with a park and trails around it
- View over the harbour of Stornoway from the top-floor suites
- Self-catering management, no restaurant or round-the-clock reception on site
- A car or taxi is needed to get around in the evening
Manor Park, on the edge of town
About 8 minutes by car from the terminal, on the side of town towards the golf course and Lews Castle.
Best for: for anyone who wants a modern hotel just outside the centre, convenient by car for the airport and for golf
- Continental breakfast from 5:30 for those leaving on the first ferry or flight
- Own garden and free parking, rare in central Stornoway
- 15 minutes' walk from the centre, useful to have a car or taxi in the evening
- Residential area, no evening life nearby
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Broad Bay, on the east coast
About 20 minutes by car from the terminal, on the eastern coast of the island.
Best for: for anyone looking for a quiet stay by the sea who gets around by their own car
- Sandy beach right in front of the house
- Quality local cooking, rare to find elsewhere on the island
- Far from the shops and services of the centre
- A own car is needed, no convenient public transport link
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Terminal guide
The terminal, the main air gateway of the Isle of Lewis, handles flights from Inverness, Edinburgh and Glasgow, in addition to inter-island connections.
Before boarding it is advisable to allow 1 hour of buffer for flights.
Map of Stornoway Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does Stornoway Airport also operate on Sundays?
Only since 2002 for medical emergencies, while regular Sunday scheduled flights arrived even later: a quirk linked to the strong religious observance of the day of rest on the Isle of Lewis.
Q. Which Scottish cities are connected to Stornoway?
Inverness, Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as inter-island connections.
Q. What is there to see near Stornoway?
The famous Luskentyre beaches and the rich Gaelic cultural heritage of the Isle of Lewis.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Stornoway?
Yes, it's available at the airport and is useful for exploring the island independently.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
