Airports near Plymouth
NQY・ISC・EXT・LEQ・CWL
What airports are closest to Plymouth?
Cornwall Airport (NQY) is situated 61.4 km from the city center, with a taxi ride taking approximately 65 minutes. St. Mary's Airport (ISC) lies 161.7 km away, though it primarily serves island-to-mainland transit with local shuttles taking around 10 minutes. Exeter Airport (EXT) is located 65.1 km from Plymouth, and is highly accessible via a train connection that takes about 100 minutes. Lands End Airport (LEQ) is 112.7 km from the center, reachable via regional train services in roughly 130 minutes. Finally, Cardiff Airport (CWL), located in a neighboring city, is 126.7 km away and offers a train route that takes approximately 240 minutes. These distances and times reflect the travel requirements for reaching Plymouth from these distinct regional gateways. Search for flights to Plymouth and book hotels in Plymouth, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Plymouth: NQY, ISC, EXT, LEQ and CWL.
Airports Near Plymouth: Key Information
Number of airports in Plymouth
0
Closest airport to the city center
Cornwall Airport (NQY)
Distance
61.4 km
Fastest arrival time
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Lands End Airport (LEQ)
Compare domestic and international airports near Plymouth.
Cornwall Airport
Distance: 61.4 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional coach
Cheapest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
GBP 8-27
Budget
Local rail connection
2 hours 40 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
GBP 27-50
Speed
Private car service
Fastest
1 hour 5 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes
GBP 90-130
Comfort
St. Mary's Airport
Distance: 161.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Airport walking path
Cheapest
20 minutes - 25 minutes
Budget
Island transfer shuttle
Fastest
10 minutes - 15 minutes
GBP 6
Comfort
Exeter Airport
Distance: 65.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Airport bus connection
Cheapest
2 hours - 3 hours
GBP 10-20
Budget
Regional train service
Fastest
1 hour 40 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
GBP 15-50
Speed
Airport private taxi
55 minutes - 1 hour 15 minutes
GBP 100-150
Comfort
Lands End Airport
Distance: 112.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Local coaster bus
Cheapest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours 10 minutes
GBP 5-10
Budget
National rail connection
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 40 minutes
GBP 35-70
Speed
Private transfer
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 10 minutes
GBP 120-180
Comfort
Cardiff Airport
Distance: 126.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Local bus link
Cheapest
6 hours - 8 hours 30 minutes
GBP 24-50
Budget
National rail service
Fastest
4 hours - 5 hours
GBP 75-160
Speed
Private airport taxi
2 hours 45 minutes - 3 hours 10 minutes
GBP 330
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Plymouth
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Plymouth
Choosing the best airport for your journey to Plymouth depends heavily on your origin and priority. For most travelers, Exeter Airport (EXT) is the most practical gateway; although not in Plymouth, it is a significant regional airport in neighboring Exeter with reliable train and bus connections to the city. Cornwall Airport (NQY) serves the neighboring area of Newquay and is a popular choice for those visiting Cornwall who might prefer a scenic route into Devon. If you are traveling from Wales, Cardiff Airport (CWL) in the neighboring city of Cardiff is the primary international hub, though it requires a long journey by train or car to reach the south coast. The remaining options, St. Mary's Airport (ISC) and Lands End Airport, are specialized local hubs in the Isles of Scilly and West Cornwall, respectively. They offer unique travel experiences but are distant from Plymouth. Travelers should always check local train and coach schedules in advance, as many routes involve transfers at regional hubs like Exeter St Davids or Penzance.
Flights to Plymouth
Manchester to Cornwall Airport
Manchester to Exeter Airport
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Hotels near Plymouth airport
Breakfast
Very Good49 Reviews
Plymouth|0.12km from city center
I took a bus from Heathrow to Plymouth and arrived at the hotel at 6 AM. It was too early, and since the hotel was fully booked, I couldn't check in early. After storing my luggage, I rested on a sofa in the lobby for a while. The lobby was very cozy. I was surprised by how cold it was in June! Around 8:30 AM, it felt a bit warmer, so I went out to explore the area. I came back in the afternoon to check in. It turns out the hotel's location is excellent – only two or three hundred meters from the bus station and less than a 10-minute walk from the train station. The hotel lobby is beautiful, the room is spacious and clean, and the service is polite and friendly. The breakfast area has a nice ambiance, and the food generally met expectations. The only downside is that the windows were sealed shut and couldn't be opened, which would have been nice for some fresh air.FromUS$63
Great56 Reviews
Plymouth|0.9km from city center
Booked two rooms for a family stay.
Stayed on the hottest weekend in May ever!
One room freezing the other boiling. The air conditioning is not as reliable!
Rooms again varied. Although I chose the same one was spacious and airy the other a bit more crammed
I was told check in was FROM 3pm and we were not allowed in till 4.30 what complicated our plans.
The breakfast is good but super busy. Not enough staff to manage the demand. Felt bad for the staff running around!
Overall good! Great location!FromUS$98
Great191 Reviews
Plymouth|0.71km from city center
Great hotel, lovely and clean. Perfect location. Food was very nice. Definitely be returning next time we are down. Thank you very much for our wonderful stay ☺️FromUS$69
Very Good121 Reviews
Plymouth|0.87km from city center
Good comfortable stay with lovely leisure facilities and clean, well furnished rooms. Polite and informative staff in an ideal location to shopping centre, restaurants and theatre. Recommended.FromUS$62
Very Good103 Reviews
Plymouth|0.87km from city center
Excellent location, just a few steps from the lamp. Light, spacious and very clean rooms. Breakfast with buffet, very good and abundant with a great choice. To be recommended.FromUS$79
Family friendly
Great83 Reviews
Plymouth|6.75km from city center
The best hotel in this area, bar none, but it can only be reached by car. The front desk is friendly and the restaurant service is quite satisfying.
Remember to make reservations for restaurants and swimming pools, otherwise you may not have a seatFromUS$220
Very Good47 Reviews
Plymouth|1.12km from city center
In addition to the door code lock always has a problem, resulting in always afraid of being closed outside the door, the room is very good, that is, the heating is old, you need to pay attention, you have to restart it. The location is next to Hoe Park, and the famous lighthouse can be seen from the window.FromUS$180
Very Good58 Reviews
Plymouth|4.46km from city center
This was just an overnight stop for convenience but was actually a lovely hotel. Friendly, helpful staff. Quiet, clean, comfortable, nice to have cold water dispensers in the halls too! Didn't get full points on location as we found it a bit confusing trying to find the actual entrance that led to the carpark for it, but I think that was more google maps had sent us the wrong way round. So just something to pay attention to if using google maps for navigation. Would definitely stay again.FromUS$89
Outstanding0 Reviews
Plymouth|0.91km from city center
The Number One provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. Visitors to Plymouth will find that the Number One is a fantastic accommodation choice. The hotel is just 1km away from Plymouth Station. Keeping busy is easy, with San Sebastian Fountain, Beatle Bums and Plymouth Hoe Marker all nearby. This hotel makes a great place to kick back and relax after a long day of sightseeing. When it comes to Plymouth hotels, the Number One is highly regarded for its excellent facilities. Very Good107 Reviews
Plymouth|1.04km from city center
Service and facilities excellent, we didn't have the breakfast so can't comment. My travelling companion had not long before had a knee operation and the staff couldn't do enough for her. Great location near the front all in all a very good choice for the 3 days we were there.FromUS$77
5 star
Very Good25 Reviews
Plymouth|0.82km from city center
Historic SettingLuxury 1 bedroom top floor apartment in Plymouth is housed in a historic building. The property offers free WiFi and paid on-site private parking.Comfortable LivingThe apartment features one bedroom and one bathroom. Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, oven, toaster, and tea and coffee maker. Free toiletries are provided.Prime LocationLocated 1.2 mi from Devil's Point Beach, 1969 feet from Plymouth Hoe, and less than 0.6 mi from the Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface. Plymouth Pavilions is a 4-minute walk away. Newquay Cornwall Airport is 47 mi distant.Guest SatisfactionHighly rated by guests for its convenient location.Amazing107 Reviews
Plymouth|1.26km from city center
The couple at the hotel are courteous to their guests. The room is neat, clean and comfortable, and the sound insulation is good. Although it is thin, it is overall very good. The oil painting has a little bit of a Greek feel to it. The dining room where breakfast is served has some unique furnishings.
With such a price for breakfast, I think it is well worth staying. Full marksFromUS$61
Great46 Reviews
Plymouth|0.94km from city center
The host lady is super nice! We arrivlate but still helped us check in smoothly! Nice breakfast too!!! 😁😁FromUS$101
Very Good44 Reviews
Plymouth|0.99km from city center
Great location, morning sunrise superbFromUS$73
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Plymouth?
The nearest airport to Plymouth is Cornwall Airport (NQY), about 61.4 km away.St. Mary's Airport (ISC) (161.7 km), Exeter Airport (EXT) (65.1 km), Lands End Airport (LEQ) (112.7 km) and Cardiff Airport (CWL) (126.7 km).
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How long does it take to get from Plymouth to the airport?
Getting from Plymouth to Cornwall Airport (NQY) takes about 1 hour 5 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes.
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How do I get to Plymouth?
We recommend flying into Cornwall Airport (NQY), which is approximately 61.4 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Private car service, reaching downtown in about 1 hour 5 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes.
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How many airports does Plymouth have?
Plymouth has 5 airports: Cornwall Airport (NQY), St. Mary's Airport (ISC), Exeter Airport (EXT), Lands End Airport (LEQ) and Cardiff Airport (CWL).