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Gateway to the Scottish Highlands and Western Isles.
Location
North Connel, United Kingdom
Oban Airport, designated ICAO code EGEO and IATA code OBN, is a small regional airport located at North Connel, near Oban on the west coast of Scotland, United Kingdom. It serves as a vital transport link for communities in Argyll and the surrounding island regions.
The airport is operated by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited (HIAL), the same body that manages numerous other Scottish regional airports. It primarily handles light aircraft, charter flights, and scheduled services connecting the mainland to remote island communities.
Due to its relatively modest size and traffic volumes, the airport does not feature large terminal infrastructure, but it plays a significant role in maintaining air connectivity for a region where road and ferry journeys can be lengthy and weather-dependent.
Terminals
The airport has a small, single terminal building suited to low-volume regional and general aviation traffic.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible by road via the A828, situated approximately 3 miles north of Oban town centre.
Airlines here
Loganair has historically operated scheduled services through or near this airport, connecting it to Scottish island destinations.
Notable facts
- ›Operated by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited (HIAL).
- ›Located near the village of North Connel in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
- ›The airport serves as an important link for remote communities in the Western Isles.
- ›It has a grass and hard runway suitable for light and turboprop aircraft.
- ›Oban is also a major ferry hub, complementing air connectivity for the region.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
