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Distance to Aberdeen8.7km
Distance to Stonehaven26.8km
Most popular destinationCape Town

About Aberdeen Airport

  • The airport connects the wider region, with travellers from nearby Dundee and Arbroath also relying on it for flights.

  • Pick from these popular airlines at Aberdeen Airport for your next trip:

  • Jetting out of Aberdeen and want some ideas of where to go? Flights from Aberdeen Airport can take you direct to standout destinations like these:

    • London

    • Amsterdam

    • Manchester

    • Stavanger

    • Sumburgh

  • April, October, and November are among the busiest months for arrivals at Aberdeen Airport. April brings the Easter school holiday period, lifting leisure travel. October and November see strong business and energy sector traffic, with the offshore oil industry driving consistent year-round demand into autumn.

  • January, February, and March are typically the quietest months for arrivals at Aberdeen Airport. Post-holiday travel drops off sharply in January, and the following two months see subdued demand as winter weather and fewer leisure incentives keep passenger volumes lower across most routes.

How to get from Aberdeen Airport to Aberdeen

  • Bus transfers are available between the airport and central Aberdeen. You can be at Union Square Bus Station in about 30 minutes by taking the Jet 727.

  • Aberdeen has a choice of taxi options for getting around, including ComCab Aberdeen and Aberdeen Taxis.

  • Whether you book a taxi or a rideshare service, the drive from Aberdeen Airport into Aberdeen usually takes around 20 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • The First Bus service connects Aberdeen Airport to the city centre, with stops including Union Square. Taxis are also available from the terminal if you prefer a direct ride to your destination.

How to get to Aberdeen Airport from Aberdeen

  • Buses run from the city to the airport. The Jet 727 leaves from major stops like Union Square Bus Station and takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Whether you're driving from central Aberdeen or being dropped off by a friend, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport.

  • Regular bus services run between Aberdeen city centre and the airport, and taxis are widely used for a door-to-door option. If you prefer to drive, the airport has short and long-stay parking available on site.

Aberdeen Airport facilities

  • Aberdeen Airport has a single terminal.

  • If hunger strikes before your flight, take advantage of the cafes and coffee shops and fast food. You'll also find grab-and-go options and sit-down restaurants.

  • You can work in a quick shopping stop before boarding. Browse or stock up on last-minute items at the convenience stores, duty-free outlets, and fashion and accessories. And if you've got time to spare before departure, check out the souvenirs and gifts.

  • Want to take the edge off a long travel day? Airport lounges give you somewhere to eat, get some work done, or relax before your flight. Membership lounges and Paid lounges are some of the main types available at Aberdeen Airport.

  • You'll find several options for parking at Aberdeen Airport. The main types are:

    • Long stay

    • Pick-up/drop-off

    • Short stay

Where to stay near Aberdeen Airport

  • Whether you have a late flight to Aberdeen Airport or an early check-in, Aloft Aberdeen Teca is built around convenience. It's just 2 kilometres away and features a lift, a tennis court, and a games room.

  • Roughly 2 kilometres from the airport, Hilton Aberdeen Teca is another nearby option. A laundry, Wi-Fi, and a beauty salon are among the amenities here.

  • Or turn a travel day into an easier stay at The Dunavon. From the airport, it's about 0.64 kilometres away and offers a laundry, accessible parking, express check-in, and more.

Car rental options near Aberdeen Airport

Aberdeen Airport FAQs

Yes, Ryanair operates to and from both Aberdeen Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes, easyJet operates to and from both Aberdeen Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes, British Airways operates to and from both Aberdeen Airport Arrivals and Departures.

Yes. There are Drivalia, Keddy By Europcar, Alamo, Routes Car Rental, Enterprise, Budget, Europcar, Arnold Clark and Avis pick-up points in or near to Aberdeen Airport’s Arrivals or Departures areas.

For international arrivals, it usually takes around an hour to clear Aberdeen Airport’s passport control and claim your baggage if you checked any in. Domestic arrivals to Aberdeen Airport don’t need to pass through passport control, so take a little less time.

If you’re heading to Aberdeen Airport arrivals to pick up a family member or friend, consider arriving half an hour after their flight is due to touch down.

We recommend you leave at least two and a half hours between your inbound and outbound flights, especially if you are self-transferring on an international flight. When you self-transfer, you may need to clear customs, claim any luggage and then check it back on to your next flight yourself. Take into account that you might need to change terminals, or it could take longer than necessary to navigate Aberdeen Airport’s departure lounge.

Courtyard Aberdeen Airport is the highest-rated hotel near Aberdeen Airport, just 1.0km away. Other great hotels nearby include Aloft by Marriott Aberdeen Teca (2.1km from the airport), and Moxy Aberdeen Airport (1.0km away).

Check-in and bag drop often close an hour before your scheduled departure time for domestic flights, and sometimes an hour and a half before for longer-haul international flights. As a rule of thumb, you should try to arrive at Aberdeen Airport two hours before you fly but check with the airline you’re flying with.

Don’t worry if there’s no information available on our live flight tracker. We try our best to pull it directly from each airline but sometimes this might not work properly. Try contacting the airline directly, or checking their website to see if you can get an update.

Don’t panic! If you are not already at Aberdeen Airport, try contacting the airline directly to see if you can get on the next flight out, or a refund.

If you’re already inside Aberdeen Airport Departures when you find out, head to the airline’s desk to speak directly with someone.

If there are no more flights to your destination with the same airline and you really need to get there soon, we recommend searching for a new flight with Skyscanner and booking as soon as possible. You can then try to claim a refund for the original cancelled flight.

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