Benbecula Airport (BEB)
Balivanich
Benbecula
Western Isles
HS7 5LW
T 01870 602051
F 01870 602278
The airport serves the islands of Benbecula, North and South Uist in the Western Isles of Scotland. The islands, linked by a series of road causeways, boast fantastic beaches and the machair coastal grassland typical of the region. They are a popular destination for outdoor pursuits and country sports, including salmon fishing. They are also renowned for the quality of their local produce harvested from the land and sea.
Scheduled Flights
The following scheduled air services operate from the airport:
Barra – Flybe
Glasgow – Flybe
Stornoway – Highland Airways
For flight information and booking contact:
Flybe
www.flybe.com or www.flybe.com/ads for Air Discount Scheme members
T 0871 700 0535
Highland Airways
www.highlandairways.co.uk
T 0845 450 2245
Terminal Facilities
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri 0800 – 1745
Sat 0800 – 1000 and 1545 – 1745
Sun 1100 – 1230
Information Desk T 01870 602051
Passenger terminal facilities include:
Facilities for the Disabled
If you require assistance please make arrangements prior to arrival through your airline or by contacting the airport on T 01870 602051.
- Disabled toilets
- Wheelchairs
- Ramp facilities
- Ambulift/stair climber
- Disabled parking bays
Car Parking
Free of charge car parking, including disabled parking bays and pick up/drop off areas, is provided adjacent to the terminal building. Drivers are advised that vehicles and their contents are left at their own risk.
Car Hire
There are several businesses offering car and van rental in Benbecula.
MacLennans Garage T 01870 602191
Ask Car Hire T 01870 602818
Laing Motors Car Hire T 01878 700267 www.laingmotors.co.uk
Taxi Providers
Local taxis can be booked in advance or contacted on arrival from the airport terminal.
Benbecula Taxis T 01870 602464
MacVicar’s Taxis T 01870 603197
Public Transport
Buses run regularly between the airport and points within Benbecula, North and South Uist. Contact the airport for timetable information.
Tourist Information
Lochmaddy Tourist Information Centre
Pier Road
Lochmaddy
Isle of North Uist
HS6 5AA
T 01876 500321
F 01876 500321
Open April – October
Lochboisdale Tourist Information Centre
Pier Road
Lochboisdale
Isle of South Uist
HS8 5TH
T 01878 700286
F 01878 700286
Open April - October
Or visit the www.visithebrides.com and www.visitscotland.com websites.
Aircraft Refuelling Services
Loganair
T 01870 603147
www.loganair.co.uk
Air Charters
The following providers offer air charter services:
Highland Airways
www.highlandairways.co.uk
T 01667 462664
Loganair
T 0141 848 7594
www.loganair.co.uk
PDG Helicopters
www.pdg-helicopters.co.uk
T 0870 607 9000
Information for Pilots
Click here for the airport’s operational information.
Useful Phone Numbers
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Highlands & Islands Airports Ltd
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T 01870 602051
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Northern Constabulary
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T 01870 602374
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Western Isles Tourist Board, Stornoway
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T 01851 703088
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Lochboisdale, S. Uist Tourist Board (April-mid October)
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T 01878 700286
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Lochmaddy, N. Uist Tourist Board (April-mid October)
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T 01876 500321
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Uist and Barra Hospital
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T 01870 603603
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