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How long is the flight from Shetland to Kirkwall?

LSIShetland
KOIKirkwall
Flight Time
39 min
Distance
137km

85 miles

Departure
13:17
Arrival
13:56
From

LSIShetland

Sumburgh Airport

Departure 13:17 · Europe/London

To

KOIKirkwall

Kirkwall Airport

Arrival 13:56 · Europe/London

Route Details

The flight from Sumburgh Airport (LSI) in Shetland to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) in Kirkwall covers a distance of approximately 137 kilometers (85 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 39 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Europe/London
Arrival Time Zone
Europe/London

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Shetland to Kirkwall?

A direct flight from Shetland to Kirkwall takes around 39 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Shetland to Kirkwall?

The distance from Shetland to Kirkwall is about 137 kilometers (85 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Shetland to Kirkwall?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 39 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Kirkwall to Shetland.