Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Kilmarnock travel guide

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You're Going to Love Kilmarnock

With a population of 42.904, Kilmarnock is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom.

When to visit Kilmarnock

Kilmarnock in December
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kilmarnock in December
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kilmarnock

Plane

When flying to Kilmarnock, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Prestwick (PIK), which is located 13 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilmarnock is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Kilmarnock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Kilmarnock, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Prestwick (PIK), which is located 13 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Kilmarnock is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 km from Kilmarnock. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Kilmarnock

PIKGlasgow Prestwick
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Kilmarnock

Lufthansa
Good (8,019 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,519 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,995 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,444 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,394 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,955 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,219 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,590 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (921 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,784 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,077 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,342 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,400 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kilmarnock

Most booked hotels in Kilmarnock

Western House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$217+
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Fairfield House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$217+
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Burnside Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$174+
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Travelodge Ayr
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$112+
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Horizon Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$210+
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Mercure Ayr Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$228+
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Hiring a car in Kilmarnock

Expect to pay $3.62 per litre in Kilmarnock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.41 and $57.88. The most frequently booked car type in Kilmarnock is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.62 per litre in Kilmarnock (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.41 and $57.88. The most frequently booked car type in Kilmarnock is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.