Aran island ferries irelands largest domestic ferries. An excellent visitors centre, ionad arainn, for the history and culture of the island. Sep 04, 2019 flights leave throughout the day and depart from connemara airport, which is located about 19 miles from galway. Disembarking the ferry at inis mor inishmore, john dirrane is a wonderful sight with his red painted trap and big strapping horse.
Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free wifi throughout the property. Inis mor meaning big island as its name suggests is the biggest of the 3 aran islands. Its inhabitants have, over the years, created life where there previously was none, making things grow in their fields using dirt dug from cracks. We frequently have additional flight times available so if these times do not suit you, simply call us at the airport on 091 593034, as we may have a more suitable flight time available. Inis mor big island is the largest of the three aran islands. Inis mor was once little more than a lifeless rock on the edge of the atlantic. The aran islands are accessed by way of doolin which is itself surrounded by beautiful coastal destinations. Ferry doolin to inis mor aran islands forum tripadvisor. Well be leaving from doolin, and i was wondering what island will be better, inis oirr or inis mor. Flight from inis mor to inis oirr in the aran islands youtube. Aer arann islands inverin updated april 2020 top tips. The newly constructed aran islands camping and glamping site on inis mor boasts the latest modern amenities, and custom built glamping pods.
John is the kindest, most welcoming guy you will ever meet. Im wondering if anyone has flown to inis mor using aer arann islands. Should weather conditions be such as to curtail flights you will be taken on an alternative tour to connemara and refunded the difference. Aer arann islands inverin 2020 all you need to know. One can take one of the frequent ferries to the aran islands. The airport on inis mor is a little way out of the main town, however there is a small minibus that will take you into town for 5euros i think and will then take you back out to the airport in time for your flight. Actual flight time to inis mor is only 10 minutes in total, but youll be able to see a very scenic birdseye view of all three islands. We recommend booking an option with free cancellation in case your travel plans change. Inis mor inishmore is the largest and most populous of the aran islands in county galway, west ireland.
Cheap flights to inis mor in ireland compare airline. For bookings made on or after april 6, 2020, be sure to consider the risk of the coronavirus covid19 and associated government measures. This mode of transport is a favorite amongst visitors to the island and is a traditional method of transport around the island. The comfortable interior provides the ideal viewing platform for scenic flights, giving you a birdseye perspective of the rugged connemara coastline. The island features heavily in martin mcdonaghs play the lieutenant of inishmore. During the cromwellian occupation in the 17th century irish was forbidden as english was the official language. Is it likely that the ferry from ros a mhil would be fully booked before that day. Book your trip online today, daily ferries to aran islands. Adaptable, versatile and durable, it has an unsurpassed safety record and can operate from short airstrips. Book your trip with doolin ferries, daily sailings to all aran islands and the stunning cliffs of moher. There is one pub which is thatched and kept in the old traditional style. Pony and trap tours with john inishmore 2020 all you need. Synge wrote a book length journal, the aran islands, completed in 1901 and published in 1907. Visitors to galway city and the surrounding areas will no doubt realize just how close they are to the famous aran islands and head off for a day of exploring.
Ferries and flight information on how to get to inis mor, the aran islands from. Stretching more than 16 km 10 miles long and about 2 km 1 mile wide at most points. Irish is the spoken language on the aran islands, although the locals will be. Flight times may vary occasionally to cater for the numbers flying. Aer arann islands offers return flights aboard tiny fixedwing prop planes to each of the islands up to six times a day.
The aran islands in galway ferries, day trips, best. Doolin2aran ferries aran islands ferry doolin aran islands. Aer aran islands has scheduled flights to inis meain connemara airport close to rossaveel. Hello, my family is tentatively planning a day trip to inis mor for friday, june 16. Ive no idea how busy these flights are and whether they require much advance booking. Hi, ive also flown to inis mor with aer arann and highly recommend it too.
I like the idea of arriving early in the day, you can arrive at 8. Dont miss the burren and ballyvaughan if you are travelling north, and liscannor, and lahinch, if you are travelling south. Flights to aran islands to continue as agreement reached. The airline also offers scenic flights per person 70 in july and august and by arrangement yearround, flying over the cliffs of. Run by a lovely and caring couple, with nice seaviews and serving a rubust breakfast. As a result of an taoiseachs statement on march 27th, island ferries will be following the guidelines set out by the government and the hse with regard to the ongoing health crisis relating to covid19. Its principal village is kilronan where there is a good, deep harbour.
How long does it normally take to get to inis mor i see the times on the web site are 10am to leave doolin and 4pm from the island, but it doesnt say how long the trip is. The islands lie in the northwestern direction across the entrance to galway bay, from which inishmore is separated by approximately seven miles of sea. Easylet is free flight search tool, that will help you find cheap flights and the best flight deals with popular airlines such as american, delta airlines, southwest, frontier, allegiant air, volaris, and united airlines. Apr 11, 2009 flight from inis mor to inis oirr in the aran islands. On arrival on inis mor, a roundtrip shuttle from the airport to kilronan is available at a cost of e 5. We are looking to make a day trip in the next few weeks weather permitting using the doolin ferry to see either inis mor or inis oirr. This authentic ireland experience can be added to any ireland vacation package.
With views towards the county clare coast and galway bay, this familyrun guest house provides free wifi and onsite parking. You can also go bus tour which is also recommended. There is a private minibus from the airport which can bring you to your destination on inis mor. Ferry travel to inishmore, inis mor is by passenger ferry from doolin in co. My wife and i hope to be traveling to one of the aran islands on aprail 27th. Ferry to inis mor, aran islands from doolin inishmore expedia.
If you prefer to be inside and see a lot of the island then the bus tour is the way to go. Inishmore inismor aran islands visitor guide, maps. A shuttle service is also available from galway city, for a reasonable additional fee. Ferries and flights to inis mor island, the aran islands from galway. If you dont book a flexible rate, you may not be entitled to a refund. Its principle port and village is kilronan cill ronain and it is here that most visitors are first introduced to the island. The islands seem to defy their size by all they have to offer. After ongoing research, ive been convinced that instead of the day trip to inis mor, staying overnight will be a better experience for us. As well as full payment prior to arrival through the secure online booking form, we may ask for a cash deposit on arrival. Dun aengus hillfort is the main draw to inis mor, the largest and most populated of arans three islands. The ubiquitous islander is the bestselling commercial aircraft produced in western europe. Still maintaining aspects of traditional irish life, the islands fascinate the thousands of visitors who make the journey every year. Flights to the aran islands will continue as scheduled in the short term after an agreement was reached between the department of the gaeltacht and the islands and aer arann islands the. Aran islands ferry archives aran islands official guide.
The island is a lively place at night, with great irish music and dance shows. The aran islands in galway ferries, day trips, best places. Firstly, rent a bike, by far the best way to get around the aran islands. Jan 01, 2020 disembarking the ferry at inis mor inishmore, john dirrane is a wonderful sight with his red painted trap and big strapping horse. Its inhabitants have, over the years, created life where there previously was none, making things grow in their fields using dirt dug from cracks in the rock, combined with composted seaweed. The aran islands camping and glamping site on inis mor has been built with the modern holidaymaker in mind. Flights to the islands are available from aer arann islands at inverin. Ferries to the aran islands and to aran camping and glamping on inis mor can be reached by both ferry and air all through the year. Travel time to inis mor from rossaveal is 40 minutes and from doolin is about 90 minutes. Doolin to inis oirr inisheer is only about 25 minutes. Book exclusive inishmore vacation packages travelocity. Inis mor inishmore is amoungst a group of three islands running in a row across at the outer end of galway bay on the west coast of ireland. Our online booking system is temporarily unavailable.
Founded in 1970, aer arann islands has been operating from connemara airport to the aran islands. Travel doesnt have to be expensive, but airline tickets to inis mor often are. Alternatively you can access the inis meain by ferry from rossaveal or doolin. Aer arann islands inverin all you need to know before you go. From the mainland the flight is about 10 minutes but between the islands of inis mor and inis. Cliffs of moher, school tours from doolin and tickets to inisheer, inishmore and inishmaan. Inis mor, the largest of the aran islands west of ireland, is famous for its wild, rugged beauty, a thousand miles 1,600 kilometers of stone walls, stunning views across the atlantic and. An excellent visitors centre, ionad arainn, provides a. There are minibuses waiting for the visitors to get off the ferry, and they will whisk you around the island explaining the sites as you go.
Your tour of inis mor begins and ends at the islands airport and includes stops at seven churches 15 minutes, dun aonghusa 75 minutes and kilronan for lunch 45 minutes. Find flights to aran islands on expedia and get the best solutions for your travel needs. All flights depart and arrive from connemara regional airport, reached by a scenic drive, and featuring free parking facilities. Aran bike hire is located on inis mor island and provides premium bike hire for visitors to inis mor island. Jan 03, 2020 situated off galways atlantic coast, there are three islands in total inis mor, inis meain and inis oirr. Aer arann islands inverin 2020 all you need to know before.
Day tour to the aran islands from dublin railtours. Book aran island trips and day tours doolin ferry with bill. Travel to inis mor by passenger ferry or light aircraft. Pony and trap tours with john inishmore 2020 all you. Inis mor can be also be a destination got to by both ferry and air, and these run services run throughout the year. The beaches on the aran islands are achingly beautiful, pristine and spotlessly clean. Im staying near doolin for a few days midweek in june and wondered if its usually necessary to book the ferry in advance, or if the day before is ok.
Choose from over 2 airlines flying to and from inishmore gwy. Unfortunately, we only have enough time to see one island. You will see these beaches on all 3 islands on the way to inis mor. Taking a 10minute aer arann flight to inis mor was a highlight of our 10 day tour. With over 25 flights per day during peak season the airline operates 364 days of the year, with a flight time of less than 10 mins. Find and save on cheap flights to inishmore from here. A shuttle bus to and from rossaveal is available from galway city. The aran islands are mentioned in james joyces short story the dead 1914 as a place where native irish is spoken. The airport is 30 minutes away by car, either private transfer or taxi. Lying in a north westerly direction across galway bay inis mor is approximately 12km in length and 3km in width. We booked him on a recommendation from our landlord, and used his services 4 times.
Getting from galway city to the aran islands ferries and. You can find information on both aran ferries and aer arann. Its principal village is kilronan where there is a. I was only planning on staying on inismor for 2 nights and ended up sticking around for 4. Discover the ireland of old with this unforgettable day trip to galway from dublin, including a flight to the aran island of inis mor. Inis oirr can be also be a destination got to by both ferry and air, and these run services run throughout the year. Each island has a totally different atmosphere but they share the.
Ferry to inis mor, aran islands from doolin inishmore. The airport on inis mor is a little way out of the main town, however there is a small minibus that will take you into town for 5euros i think and will then take you back out to the airport in time for your flight we were there in late autumn and were basically the first ones on the. Inis mor was used as a recording location for the 1997 film the matchmaker and the 2010 film leap year. We frequently have additional flight times available so if these times do not suit you, simply call us at the airport on 091 593034, as we may have a more suitable. Places of interest and tour operators are then listed, promoting those where there is at least one tour or activity available to book on tripadvisor. Click on a destination or tour below to view details of sailing times. Im considering taking the flight instead of the ferry. Travel to galway city by train and enjoy a scenic flight to the largest aran island, set in galway bay. Inis mor inishmore island, the aran islands, co galway. Looking for cheap flights to aran islands from airlines such as american airlines, delta, united, jetblue, frontier, and more. Below are the flight times and rates for our summer timetable. Nov 01, 2018 a horse and cart on inis mor, the aran islands inis mor bus tour.
Aer arann islands runs daily scheduled flights from inishmore aerodrome to connemara airport using britten norman islander aircraft. Each steeped in their own irish culture, ancient stone forts across the face of inis mor, the largest of the three aran islands, offer some indication of how long people have called these islands home. Sitting pretty in galway bay are the aran islands inis mor, inis meain and inis oirr the last lands to the west before you reach america. The ship departs from doolin at 10am and arrives at inis mor at 11.
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