Airfield Status
Isle of Man Airport (Ronaldsway) is in Isle of Man and takes private jets, with Douglas the nearest big city. The longest runway is 08/26 – 2,110 m × 46 m asphalt; 03/21 – 1,199 m. You can clear customs here. From Douglas: approx. 7 miles south-west of Douglas, near Castletown.
- Runway
- 08/26 – 2,110 m × 46 m asphalt; 03/21 – 1,199 m
- Customs & immigration
- Yes – on site (as airport hours; prior notice by 16:00 the previous day; Isle of Man General Aviation Report required)
- Business jets
- Yes. 2,110 m runway; dedicated jet FBO handles corporate and private jets
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sat 06:45–20:45, Sun 07:00–20:45 local, and by arrangement (terminal from 05:30 to the last flight); handling as ATC hours; outside published hours PPR from the Airport Duty Manager
- Prior permission (PPR)
- Confirm with the airport
- Telephone
- +44 (0)1624 821600 (airport); The Jet Centre by NALjets +44 (0)1624 825100
Hours are as the airport publishes them, and we last checked on 29 Sep 2026. They do change, so ring the airport or ask your operator before you set off. Source
Weather now
Live conditions at Isle of Man Airport (Ronaldsway), updated every few minutes: the latest report, a plain-English version, the pilot view, and the next 24 hours.
Loading the latest weather…
Arrival Protocol
Isle of Man Airport, Ballasalla, Isle of Man, IM9 2AS. The nearest major city is Douglas, approx. 7 miles south-west of Douglas, near Castletown.
The directions button takes you to the airport's spot on the map.
Ground Movement: journey times to the airport
By road from the middle of each city, without traffic. Allow extra at busy times and for the final approach to the aviation terminal.
| From | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas | 3 hr 30 min | 118 mi · 190 km |
| Blackpool | 5 hr 20 min | 122 mi · 196 km |
| Belfast | 12 hr 55 min | 418 mi · 673 km |
Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Handling & FBO
These are the handling companies the airport lists for private and business aircraft. Handling is compulsory here, so you will need to use one.
See the full handling and FBO page, or download the directions PDF.
Operational Notes
The Jet Centre by NALjets IM9 2RJ – the Isle of Man's only dedicated FBO with secure modern hangarage, premium passenger and crew facilities.
Handling is mandatory for all visiting general aviation and private aircraft – arranged in advance with an approved handler. Customs and immigration prior notice by 16:00 the previous day.
Local businesses
Handling companies and FBOs are on the handling page.
Hotels, restaurants, chauffeurs and other services near Isle of Man Airport (Ronaldsway) will be listed here. Run a business nearby? Get listed.
Other airports nearby
Straight-line miles, not road miles.