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Getting to & from Isle of Man Airport

IOM · Transport, directions & city-centre hotels

~9 miles
approx. to Douglas
By car

About 15–20 minutes by car to Douglas.

Distance is a straight-line estimate adjusted for typical roads and is approximate. Journey times and fares below are indicative — always check with the operator before you travel.

Transport to & from Isle of Man Airport

Ways to travel between Isle of Man Airport and Douglas. All options work in both directions.

Bus
Bus Vannin services
Journey
25–35 min
From
£3
Frequency
Every 20–30 min

Buses link the airport with Douglas and other towns.

Taxi
Airport taxi
Journey
15–20 min
From
£20
Frequency
On demand

Taxis from the rank; fares approximate.

Driving & parking

Arriving by car or being dropped off? Here is what to know.

Parking at the airport

Short-stay, long-stay and drop-off options are available. Booking in advance is usually cheaper than turning up on the day.

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Taxis & drop-off

Licensed taxis wait at the rank outside arrivals, and ride-hailing apps operate at most airports. If someone is dropping you off, follow signs for the designated drop-off zone — many airports now charge a fee for this.

Book an airport taxi online

Prefer a door-to-door transfer? Book a private airport taxi in advance with a fixed price and a driver waiting when you land.

Airport taxis & transfers

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City-centre hotels for arriving passengers

Flying into Isle of Man Airport and staying over? Browse hotels in Douglas to be close to the action when you land.

Hotels in Douglas

Compare availability and prices for a wide choice of city-centre hotels near where you are arriving.

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