$756 Cheap Flights to Islay

October is the cheapest month to fly to Islay. Demand is lower then, so fares are generally more affordable. Planning your trip outside of school breaks and major holidays can also help you save.

Nonstop flights take the hassle out of travel. When searching on Expedia, select "Direct flights only" to see the nonstop options to fly to Islay.

Traveling in the low season and booking early are two easy ways to snag cheap flights to Islay. Or, consider departing on a Thursday, which, on average, is 16% cheaper than leaving on a Sunday.* Want to be the first to know as soon as fares fall? Simply set up price tracking on the Expedia app to get real-time updates.

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

It's possible to get great deals on last-minute departures to Islay, especially if your travel arrangements aren't set in stone. Think about jetting out of a different airport, tweaking your trip dates or choosing another airline to get a cheap flight to Islay.

Lock in your flight to Islay two to four months ahead if you're jetting in from an international destination. For domestic travel, the timeframe is around 28 days in advance. Lower prices and a wider variety of departure dates, times and seating options are just some of the awesome benefits of booking early.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

You can generally find cheap flights to Islay on Sundays. You'll save around 8% on average compared to booking on a Friday, which is typically the most expensive day to purchase tickets.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Islay is connected to 13 airports worldwide through 10 carriers, with King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) as its primary gateway. Take your pick of these major airlines to Islay when organizing your trip:

• Safair
• South African Airways
• Global Aviation
• CemAir

Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) is the main hub for passengers flying to Islay. Or you can land at King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR). Compare fares between the two airports to find the most cost-effective or convenient way to fly to Islay.

You'll be about 12 mi north of the center of Islay after arriving at Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB).

You could potentially save hundreds of dollars if you choose an Islay flight and hotel package deal on Expedia. And you'll make life easier by having all your travel plans in the same place. Try bundling flights and hotels with add-ons like tours and car rentals for your own personalized Islay break.

If you booked your flight to Islay within the last 24 hours, you can usually cancel or change it for free. After that, extra charges may apply depending on the airline's terms of service. To learn more, visit our Customer Service Portal. Keep in mind that some flights are non-refundable, so you may be offered a credit for a future trip rather than a direct refund. When browsing on Expedia, select the "Changes included" or "No cancel fee" boxes to find fares with flexible change policies.