Scotland’s mix of cities, islands and remote Highlands makes air travel a practical part of getting around, whether you’re commuting, connecting to ferries, or reaching communities that road links can’t easily serve. Airports here range from major international hubs to small regional strips that open up the islands and northern coast.
There are 14 Airports in Scotland, ranging from Aberdeen to Wick John O’Groats. For each airport, you’ll find below IATA/ICAO codes,Location,Scheduled services (main destinations) so you can quickly compare where flights go and how the sites are identified, and you’ll find below the full list for easy reference.
Which Scottish airports offer regular international services?
Edinburgh and Glasgow are the primary international gateways, with Aberdeen and Inverness also handling scheduled short- and medium-haul international flights; some airports (e.g., Prestwick) and seasonal routes can add international options, while many smaller and island airports focus on domestic connections.
How easy is it to get from these airports to nearby towns or cities?
Major airports typically have regular rail, bus and taxi links into city centres; regional and island airports usually rely on bus services or taxis and sometimes require a car hire for flexible travel, so check transfer options and schedules for the specific airport you plan to use.
Airports in Scotland
| Name | IATA/ICAO codes | Location | Scheduled services (main destinations) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh | EDI/EGPH | City of Edinburgh; Edinburgh | Yes – London, Europe; British Airways, easyJet, Jet2, Loganair |
| Glasgow | GLA/EGPF | Glasgow City; Glasgow | Yes – UK, Europe, some long-haul; British Airways, easyJet, Loganair, TUI |
| Glasgow Prestwick | PIK/EGPK | South Ayrshire; Prestwick (Glasgow area) | Yes – seasonal low-cost and charter Europe; Ryanair and charter operators |
| Aberdeen | ABZ/EGPD | Aberdeenshire; Aberdeen | Yes – London, UK and Amsterdam; British Airways, KLM, Loganair |
| Inverness | INV/EGPE | Highland; Inverness | Yes – London, Scottish cities, island links; Loganair, British Airways |
| Dundee | DND/EGPN | Dundee City; Dundee | Yes – limited scheduled services (e.g., London); Loganair |
| Sumburgh | LSI/EGPB | Shetland Islands; Sumburgh (Shetland Mainland) | Yes – Aberdeen and Scottish mainland; Loganair, regional operators |
| Wick John O’Groats | WIC/EGPC | Highland (Caithness); Wick | Yes – Aberdeen and Edinburgh; Loganair regional services |
| Kirkwall | KOI/EGPA | Orkney Islands; Kirkwall | Yes – Aberdeen, Inverness and mainland; Loganair |
| Stornoway | SYY/EGPO | Western Isles (Lewis); Stornoway | Yes – Inverness and Glasgow; Loganair |
| Benbecula | BEB/EGPL | Outer Hebrides; Benbecula (Balivanich) | Yes – Glasgow and mainland connections; Loganair |
| Barra | BRR/EGPR | Outer Hebrides; Barra (Castlebay) | Yes – scheduled island flights to mainland; Loganair |
| Tiree | TRE/EGPU | Inner Hebrides; Tiree | Yes – Glasgow and mainland services; Loganair |
| Islay | ILY/EGPI | Inner Hebrides; Islay (Port Ellen/Port Askaig) | Yes – Glasgow and mainland; Loganair |
Images and Descriptions
Edinburgh
Scotland’s busiest airport serving the capital, operated by Edinburgh Airport Ltd. Major domestic and international routes include London, European cities and seasonal long-haul; airlines include British Airways, easyJet, Jet2 and Loganair. Good rail and tram connections to the city centre.
Glasgow
Major international airport serving Greater Glasgow and west Scotland, operated by AGS Airports. Wide scheduled network to UK, Europe and some long-haul destinations; carriers include British Airways, easyJet, Loganair and TUI. Strong ground transport links to the city and motorway network.
Glasgow Prestwick
Secondary Glasgow-area airport handling low-cost, charter and freight services; managed by Prestwick Aviation Group. Hosts seasonal and year-round scheduled flights, often low-cost and charter routes to Europe and leisure destinations, plus occasional cargo and maintenance operations.
Aberdeen
Northern Scotland’s primary airport serving the energy industry and the city of Aberdeen. Offers frequent scheduled flights to London and regional UK airports plus international services (e.g., Amsterdam); used by business travellers and oil-and-gas personnel.
Inverness
Main gateway to the Highlands, serving Inverness and northern Scotland. Regular scheduled flights link to London, other UK cities and regional island routes; popular for tourism and business, with proximity to road and rail connections.
Dundee
Small regional airport close to Dundee city centre serving Tayside. Offers limited scheduled services and occasional charter flights; convenient for business travellers and tourists to the east coast, with quick road links to the city.
Sumburgh
Main Shetland airport located at Sumburgh, offering scheduled flights to Aberdeen and mainland Scotland. Important lifeline for Shetland, serving passenger and freight needs, with search-and-rescue and weather monitoring nearby. It also supports offshore oil operations.
Wick John O’Groats
Highlands airport serving Wick and Caithness with scheduled connections to Aberdeen and other Scottish cities. Acts as regional lifeline for northern communities, supporting business, tourism and medevac services operated by regional carriers and HIAL.
Kirkwall
Orkney’s main airport on Mainland, Kirkwall, offering frequent scheduled flights to Aberdeen, Inverness and other Scottish mainland points. Key transport hub for island communities, with nearby ferry links and airport-operated services connecting the archipelago.
Stornoway
Principal airport for the Isle of Lewis and Outer Hebrides, providing scheduled mainland connections (Inverness, Glasgow). Operated by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited; vital for tourism, islanders and freight with essential community links.
Benbecula
Central Outer Hebrides airport serving Benbecula, Uist and Barra with scheduled flights to mainland Scotland. Operated by HIAL, crucial for island connectivity, mail, freight and passenger services, and supports community transport needs.
Barra
Famous beach-runway airport where scheduled flights land and take off on the tidal sands. Serves Barra and nearby islands with mainland connections and strong tourist interest; operated by HIAL and widely regarded as a cultural and aviation icon.
Tiree
Small Hebridean airport serving Tiree island with scheduled flights to Glasgow and other mainland points. Popular with surfers and tourists; offers basic passenger facilities and links island communities to healthcare and commerce.
Islay
Islay airport serves the whisky-producing island with scheduled flights to Glasgow and other Scottish mainland airports. Important for tourism, whisky industry visitors and residents; operations managed by HIAL with seasonal passenger peaks.
