Which airport should I fly into for Torquay?

For long-haul and international flights, Exeter International Airport (EXT) is the main gateway near Torquay. The closest airport, Exeter International Airport (EXT), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Torquay?

The nearest is about 19 mi (31 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Torquay?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Torquay

The closest airports to Torquay, UK: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Torquay, UK is Exeter International Airport (EXT), about 19 mi (31 km) away — roughly 37 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
EXT	Exeter International AirportExeter, United Kingdom	19 mi / 31 km	37 min	International
PLH	Plymouth City AirportPlymouth, United Kingdom	25 mi / 41 km	49 min	Regional
NQY	Newquay Cornwall AirportNewquay, United Kingdom	65 mi / 104 km	1 hr 56 min	Regional
CWL	Cardiff International AirportCardiff, United Kingdom	65 mi / 105 km	1 hr 57 min	International
DGX	MOD St. AthanSt. Athan, United Kingdom	65 mi / 105 km	1 hr 57 min	Regional
BRS	Bristol International AirportBristol, United Kingdom	73 mi / 117 km	1 hr 41 min	International
BOH	Bournemouth AirportBournemouth, United Kingdom	77 mi / 124 km	1 hr 47 min	Regional
ACI	Alderney AirportSaint Anne, Guernsey	78 mi / 126 km	1 hr 49 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Exeter International Airport (EXT) is the most convenient at about 19 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Torquay. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with EXT.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near EXT saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Torquay is Exeter International Airport (EXT), about 19 mi (31 km) away — roughly 37 min by road.