What time should I leave for Stornoway Airport?

Stornoway Airport departures today

Stornoway Airport’s live departures board

Our planner: we build your leave time from the scheduled departure. If the flight is running late we show it, but we don’t move your leave time.

Stornoway Airport · Stornoway airport page · 22 Oct 2026

Is there a bus to Stornoway Airport?

“No Bus Services in the Western Isles operate on Sundays or 25/26 Dec & 01/02 Jan”

Is there a taxi rank at Stornoway Airport?

“The taxi rank is located directly outside the terminal entrance.”

• “Booking is recommended and taxis can also be contacted from the airport.”

How do you pay for parking at Stornoway Airport?

“Once payment has been made, you have 20 minutes to exit the car park by driving to the exit barrier”

• “On entry to the car park, please push the button and take a ticket which will open the barrier.”

Where do you drop off at Stornoway Airport?

“A free drop off period of up to 2 hours is available in the car park for anyone dropping off passengers for flights.”

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How much is drop-off at Stornoway Airport?

“Parking is free for the first two hours and £3 per 24 hours thereafter.”

Stornoway Airport · Airport information 12 page · 22 Oct 2026

Is there free drop-off at Stornoway Airport?

“A free drop off period of up to 2 hours is available in the car park for anyone dropping off passengers for flights.”

Stornoway Airport · Airport information 12 page · 22 Oct 2026

How early should you get to Stornoway Airport?

“we would normally recommend arriving at the airport at least one hour before your flight departure time”

• “(at least two hours for international flights)”

Our planner: we aim to have you inside the terminal before a short-haul flight, 90 min (2 hours with a checked bag) within the UK, 2 hours outside the UK; before long-haul, 2½ hours (3 hours with a checked bag). Where Stornoway Airport's own website asks for longer than we usually allow, these use its figure. A planning figure, not a live queue; your airline’s own deadlines come first.

Stornoway Airport · Airport information 12 page · 22 Oct 2026

Can you check in online for flights from Stornoway Airport?

“Please ensure that you check in online and download/print your boarding pass before arrival where possible.”

Stornoway Airport · Airport information 12 page · 22 Oct 2026

What happens at security at Stornoway Airport?

“Electronic devices may also need to be removed for screening too.”

Can you take liquids through security at Stornoway Airport?

“Prescribed medicines which exceed the 100ml restriction are permitted to travel in cabin baggage.” Pages differ

• “Baby food and milk which exceed the 100ml restriction are permitted to travel in cabin baggage if an infant is present.”

What food and shops are there at Stornoway Airport?

“The airport has a cafe serving hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, rolls, light meals, snacks and cakes.”

Stornoway Airport · Airport information 12 page · 22 Oct 2026

How do you book special assistance at Stornoway Airport?

“A member of staff can assist you from the parking bay to the terminal – please book in advance on 01851 702256.”

• “If you require assistance, please make arrangements in advance through your airline.”

Blue Badge drop-off and parking at Stornoway Airport

“Accesible parking bays and parking for Blue Badge holders are available in the car parks.”

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Does Stornoway Airport use the Sunflower lanyard?

“Stornoway Airport participates in the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme for hidden disabilities.”

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How do you contact Stornoway Airport?

“If you have any queries, please contact us on info@hial.co.uk or 01667 462445.”