Is Aer Arann still operating?
It ceased operations on 12 June 2021. Established as Aer Arann in 1970, a major refinancing in 2014 was associated with a name change to Stobart Air….Aer Arann.
| Founded | 1970 (Galway) |
|---|---|
| Defunct | 19 March 2014 |
| Fate | Defunct – Purchased by Stobart Group consortium and re-branded |
| Successor | Stobart Air |
How long is the flight from Connemara to Inis Mór?
Flights to the Aran Islands Flights are on a daily basis from Connemara Regional Airport and it only takes 10 minutes to get to your destination.
Can you fly to Inis Oirr?
Doolin to Inis Oirr (Inisheer) is only about 25 minutes. Car parking is available at Rossaveal and Doolin. A shuttle bus to and from Rossaveal is available from Galway city. Flights to the Islands are available from Aer Arann Islands at Inverin which is in Connemara and just outside of Galway.
Who set up Aer Arann?
Mr Ó Céidigh
Mr Ó Céidigh has a wealth of expertise in the aviation industry, having founded Aer Arann and expanding its routes as a regional airline while he held senior management positions including Chief Executive Office and Chairman of Aer Arann for some 26 years.
Does Eddie Stobart own Stobart Air?
In June 2018, Andrew Tinkler left the company and in May 2020, Stobart Group announced the sale of the Eddie Stobart and Stobart brand names to Eddie Stobart Logistics, requiring it to change its corporate name by February 2021….Esken.
| Formerly | Stobart Group Limited Westbury Property Fund Limited |
|---|---|
| Website | www.esken.com |
Can you bring your car to the Aran Islands?
Can I take my car to the island? There are no car ferries operating to the islands. Ferries to the Aran Islands are for foot passengers only. There is another company operating a cargo boat from Galway Docks three days a week.
How long do you need on Inis Mór?
about 4 to 5 hours
How long do you need on the Inis Mor? You need a full day or about 4 to 5 hours to visit this Island because it’s quite a large island with a lot to see! The guided Island tours are a great option because they will take you around to all the main highlights in good time.
Can you take a car to Inishmore?
Are the Aran Islands open to tourists?
Due to their remoteness, the Covid numbers were understandably lower than on the mainland. Now that restrictions have been lifted, all of the islands are open to tourists. Among the most popular for overseas tourists are the three Aran Islands, which can be accessed by ferry from Galway or Doolin in Co.
How long is the ferry from Rossaveal to Inis Mór?
40 minutes
The travel time to Inis Mór from Galway City Docks is 90 minutes (seasonal service). From Rossaveal it is 40 minutes, and from Doolin it is 20 minutes (both year round services).
Who owns Stobart Airways?
Purchase by the Stobart Group In October 2010, the UK logistics group Stobart Group was revealed as a new part-owner of the airline, with a 5% stake (with the remainder owned by chairman Chairman Pádraig Ó Céidigh and UK businessman Tim Kilroe). By December 2012, the Stobart Group has increased its holding to 45%.