Barra Airport
Distance from Barra Airport to Forfar
The distance from Barra Airport to Forfar is 226.4 miles (364.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 7 hours and 13 minutes.
For the journey from Barra Airport to Forfar, approximately 22.64 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.
Route from Barra Airport to Forfar
The route via Oban, Crieff.
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96.7 mi · 4 h, 17 m
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Oban
76.1 mi · 1 h, 50 m
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Crieff
53.5 mi · 1 h, 6 m
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Forfar
Airports near Barra Airport and Forfar
Several airports are located near Barra Airport and Forfar. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Barra Airport
- Benbecula Airport 42.1 mi 1 h, 44 m
- Port-Adhair Steòrnabhaigh 136.9 mi 4 h, 55 m
Airports near Forfar
- Dundee Airport 18.7 mi 28 m
- Aberdeen International Airport 58.1 mi 1 h, 8 m
- Edinburgh Airport 66.8 mi 1 h, 27 m
Alternative travel by plane from Barra Airport to Forfar
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Barra Airport to Forfar, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Barra Airport → Forfar
Barra Airport
- Starting point: Barra Airport
- Arrival at the airport: Port-Adhair Steòrnabhaigh
- Distance: 136.9 mi
- Travel time: 4 h, 55 m
Port-Adhair Steòrnabhaigh
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
Possible flight route
- Start: Port-Adhair Steòrnabhaigh
- Goal: Edinburgh Airport
- As the crow flies: 192 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 20 m
Destination airport
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Forfar: 66.8 mi
- Travel time: 1 h, 27 m
Forfar
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Barra Airport – Forfar
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 226.4 mi | 7 h, 13 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 396 mi | 9 h |
When is a flight from Barra Airport to Forfar worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.