Glenegedale Airport
Islay Airport is a medium airport serving the Isle of Islay in Argyll and Bute, on Scotland’s west coast in the United Kingdom. Known by the codes ILY and EGPI, it is a practical gateway for visitors heading to Islay’s villages, coastal scenery, and whisky region, while also supporting essential local travel. The airport sits at a low elevation of 56 feet above sea level, which is useful context for travellers watching weather and wind conditions on Atlantic-facing routes. Local time follows Europe/London, so passengers should remember that schedules may shift with British Summer Time.
About Glenegedale Airport
Islay Airport is a medium airport serving the Isle of Islay in Argyll and Bute, on Scotland’s west coast in the United Kingdom. Known by the codes ILY and EGPI, it is a practical gateway for visitors heading to Islay’s villages, coastal scenery, and whisky region, while also supporting essential local travel. The airport sits at a low elevation of 56 feet above sea level, which is useful context for travellers watching weather and wind conditions on Atlantic-facing routes. Local time follows Europe/London, so passengers should remember that schedules may shift with British Summer Time.
The airfield has two lighted asphalt runways, giving it flexibility in changing conditions. Runway 07/25 measures 2,083 feet and is the shorter strip, while runway 12/30 extends to 5,098 feet and handles the airport’s longer operating needs. For passengers, this matters mainly because runway choice can vary with wind and weather, especially in a coastal island setting where conditions can change quickly. If you are planning a tight connection, onward ferry, or pre-booked pickup, it is sensible to allow a little extra time around arrival and departure.
Overview
Islay Airport is a medium airport serving the Isle of Islay in Argyll and Bute, on Scotland’s west coast in the United Kingdom. Known by the codes ILY and EGPI, it is a practical gateway for visitors heading to Islay’s villages, coastal scenery, and whisky region, while also supporting essential local travel. The airport sits at a low elevation of 56 feet above sea level, which is useful context for travellers watching weather and wind conditions on Atlantic-facing routes. Local time follows Europe/London, so passengers should remember that schedules may shift with British Summer Time.
What travellers should know
- Airport codes: ILY for passenger bookings and EGPI for aviation references
- Serves: the Isle of Islay and the wider Argyll and Bute area
- Airport type: medium airport
- Elevation: 56 ft (17 m)
- Time zone: Europe/London
Arrival context
For most visitors, Islay Airport is less about complex transfers and more about straightforward island access. Its scale suits the destination: quick to understand, easy to navigate, and close in spirit to the community it serves. That makes it especially convenient for short leisure breaks, whisky tours, and scenic driving trips, where a smooth arrival can help you get onto the island and start exploring with minimal fuss.
Routes
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FAQ
Glenegedale Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Glenegedale Airport is located in Islay, United Kingdom (Europe), at coordinates 55.680°, -6.250°.
- Its IATA code is ILY and its ICAO code is EGPI.
- Glenegedale Airport serves Islay, United Kingdom. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Glenegedale Airport operates on Europe/London local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Glenegedale Airport sits at latitude 55.680° and longitude -6.250°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from ILY. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for ILY is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from ILY on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is Glenegedale, Scotland, PA42 7AQ, United Kingdom. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in United Kingdom. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.