Getting to the Isle of Man
The Isle of Man is easily accessible by air or sea from various locations across the UK and the Channel Islands. The Isle of Man Steam Packet operates regular ferry services to the North-West of England all season, and the East Coast of Ireland in the summer months.
By Plane
The Isle of Man has great air links with many major airports situated in the UK, Channel Islands, Ireland and further afield, making travelling by air quick and convenient.
Most airlines operate daily flights to the Island with those from the UK taking as little as 30 minutes in some cases! It couldn’t be easier to reach the hidden gem in the middle of the Irish Sea. The Isle of Man’s only airport - Ronaldsway - is located in the south of the Island in Ballasalla, close to Castletown, where you’ll find plenty of available accommodation and things to see and do.
A frequent bus service stops outside the airport terminal building travelling to Port Erin via Castletown or Port St Mary, so you’ll find it easy to get to your chosen accommodation if you’re staying in the south.
If you’re staying elsewhere, you can reach the Island’s capital, Douglas, in just 30 minutes. From here you can easily reach all other parts of the Island. The Douglas bus service departs the airport every 20 minutes.
Or if you’d prefer to travel from the airport directly to your accommodation, you can pre-book a taxi from one of the many firms on the Island or hire a car. You’ll find these services at your immediate disposal inside the airport.
Make sure you check with individual flight operators for timetables, fares, and bookings or contact the Isle of Man Airport with any enquiries via www.iom-airport.com or telephone +44 (0)1624 821600
You can view the latest airport flight schedule and Ronaldsway's flight arrivals here. We’re sure you’ll find visiting the Isle of Man by air an easy, quick and convenient way to travel, allowing you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the views as you come onto land.
By Ferry
If you travel to the Isle of Man by sea, you’ll have the option of coming as a foot passenger or bringing the car – perfect if you are travelling with your family, taking sports equipment or if you just want to retain your independence while on the island. The Steam Packet Company operates ferry services to the Isle of Man from Heysham, Liverpool, Birkenhead, Dublin, and Belfast using two reliable vessels. For timetables, fares and to make a booking, please visit the Steam Packet Company website or call their reservations team on 01624 661661.
