Inverness Airport

Inverness airport is the largest airport situated in the Scottish Highlands, and is a popular tourist destination, because of the beauty of the area itself and as a gateway to Orkney and Shetland Isles. The airport is open from 5.30am until 10.00pm Monday to Friday and at weekends.

Scheduled flights travel to London Gatwick, Luton, Birmingham, Belfast, Bristol, Manchester, Stornaway and Kirkwall in the Shetlands. Chartered flights operate during the summer and fly to Bulgaria, Jersey, Majorca and Zurich; also Madeira, Malta, Croatia and Portugal.

Inverness is around 8 miles from the airport which takes 15 minutes in a car driving on the A96. There are drop-off and pick-up points at the front of the airport which has a free waiting time of 20 minutes. Short term parking is situated directly in front of the terminal building and long term parking is a five minute walk away. Car parks can be booked in advance or paid for via pay and display machines.

A bus service which runs every 30 minutes connects the airport with the City of Inverness and also stops at Nairn, Elgin and Forres. Inverness rail station is situated in the city centre and trains from here travel to the Highlands, and Edinburgh and Glasgow. The bus service from the airport stops adjacent to the station or there is a taxi rank outside the terminal building. Avis and Europcar have concessions in the airport.

Inside the terminal there is a cafe bar and a Starbucks. A restaurant serves regional specialities such as Hebridean smoked foods, shortcakes and malt whiskies. There is also a W H Smith and a duty free shop. There are various tourist information stands situated around the airport where leaflets can be picked up providing details of places to stay and visit. 

Inverness Airport hotels selected by eGuide
	Golf View Hotel & Spa Overlooking the Moray Firth, with pretty gardens leading down to the seashore, this hotel and leisure club are set within beautiful surroundings. You can choose to dine in the conservatory of the fine-dining restaurant, where there is a 'Taste of the Highlands' menu. The Golf View Hotel & Spa offers spacious rooms, elegant design and modern comforts. Many of the bedrooms offer superb sea views. Window seats in some bedrooms provide panoramic views over the Moray Firth and the mystical Black Isle beyond.
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	Thistle Inverness This modern, friendly hotel has a pool, a gym and free parking. Thistle Inverness is just 15 minutes from the airport. Otium Health & Leisure Club has a sauna, a steam room and a Jacuzzi. There are treatment rooms (advance booking recommended). Thistle Inverness has a lounge bar and a restaurant with a modern European menu.
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	Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness Set in 4 acres of beautiful gardens, this mansion-house hotel has a spa, a swimming pool and free parking. Inverness city centre is just one mile away. Guests have full use of the leisure club, with a sauna, steam room, spa bath and gym. There is also a hair salon (booking advised) and a pitch-and-putt course. Many of the spacious rooms at Kingsmills Hotel have garden views. Features include satellite TV and tea/coffee facilities. Inglis Restaurant offers excellent cuisine, with a menu of fresh, local produce.
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	Ramada Encore Inverness This modern, fresh hotel in Inverness city centre is a 10-minute drive from Loch Ness. Rooms are bright, colourful, and have power showers. There is free Wi-Fi in public areas. Ramada Encore Inverness is well located for the restaurants, shops and attractions of Inverness. Inverness Train Station is a short walk away. Hub Bar & Restaurant is an informal, friendly place for drinks and meals.
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	Ramada Inverness By the River Ness, Ramada Inverness has a pool, a gym and free parking, in the heart of the city. Inverness rail station is close by. Sebastian Coe Health Club has a sauna, a steam room and a Jacuzzi. Each en suite room at Ramada Inverness has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is 24-hour room service. Arts Restaurant serves modern bistro food and there is a friendly bar.
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