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

Llangollen travel guide

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You're Going to Love Llangollen

With a population of 3,466, Llangollen is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Llangollen to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Llangollen

Llangollen in January
Estimated hotel price
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Llangollen in January
Estimated hotel price
£70
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Llangollen

Plane

Although Llangollen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 28 miles from Llangollen. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Llangollen departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Llangollen is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 164 miles from Llangollen. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Llangollen doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 28 miles from Llangollen. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Llangollen departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Llangollen is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 164 miles from Llangollen. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Llangollen

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Llangollen

Lufthansa
Good (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,064 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,407 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,874 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,593 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,846 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,241 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,455 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,293 reviews)
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Where to stay in Llangollen

Average rates range from around £120 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £344 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Llangollen

Most booked hotels in Llangollen

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Hillcrest Guest House
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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OYO Glyn Valley Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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The Chainbridge Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£133+
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The Wild Pheasant Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£105+
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The Hand Hotel Llangollen by Compass Hospitality
3 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£67+
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Abbey Grange Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
£81+
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Hiring a car in Llangollen

Hiring a car in Llangollen costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.60 per litre in Llangollen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.13 and £25.51.

Hiring a car in Llangollen costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.60 per litre in Llangollen (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.13 and £25.51.