Cheap Flights to Orkney Islands from $178 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Orkney Islands?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$311 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$311
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $311 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$312 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $312 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$314 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$314
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $314 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$316 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $316 found 2 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 13
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$319 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Sep 13, priced at $319 found 3 days ago
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$320 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $320 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$321 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $321 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$323 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 14 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Oct 20, priced at $323 found 2 days ago
Fri, Mar 19 - Wed, Mar 24
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,091 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$1,091
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Mar 19 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Mar 24, priced at $1,091 found 13 hours ago
Fri, Mar 19 - Wed, Mar 24
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,102 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$1,102
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Mar 19 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Mar 24, priced at $1,102 found 13 hours ago
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
BOS
Logan Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,245 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,245
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Tue, Aug 18 from Logan Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 25, priced at $1,245 found 6 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LHRKirkwallAugust 24 to September 13$319
ABZKirkwallAugust 6 to August 10$338
EDIKirkwallJuly 30 to August 3$446
CDGKirkwallAugust 10 to August 14$636
*Prices include taxes and fees

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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney Museum are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (252 reviews)
"bedroom was tiny for £175 per night and walls were marked and scratched. also NO BREAKFAST for that price!!"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

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Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney Museum are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (284 reviews)
"Only stayed there one night - staff were very helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

2 out of 5
Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this hostel in Kirkwall. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a garden, and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Bishop's Palace and The Pickaquoy Centre are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (44 reviews)
"Really nice facilities for the price"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

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The Shore

The Shore

3 out of 5
Shore Street Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney Museum are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (180 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Orkney Islands?
A roundtrip flight to Orkney Islands cost as little as $311 during the last seven days. Once you've decided on your travel dates, we'll help you pick up a great deal. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Orkney Islands departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to Orkney Islands?
With 20 airlines flying into Orkney Islands, finding the perfect flight won't be difficult. If your vacation starts in Toab, select the popular carrier, Loganair. It has approximately 221 flights to this major city every month.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Orkney Islands?
If you've been dreaming of a break in Orkney Islands, October is the cheapest month to make your way there. This is according to Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. Choose your travel dates and book your seat today.
How can I check my flight status to Orkney Islands?
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Orkney Islands?
You'll always find an incredible deal with Travelocity — our "Flexible dates" search tool makes it even easier. Enter your preferred travel dates, then click on the flexible dates box above your search results to compare prices with the surrounding days. $311 was the most affordable price for a return flight to Orkney Islands in the last seven days. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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What are the most popular flight routes to Orkney Islands?
Browse through these top flight routes to Orkney Islands and start organizing your next vacation:

  • Aberdeen (ABZ) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 468 flights a month.
  • Edinburgh (EDI) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 312 flights a month.
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 212 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Orkney Islands on average?
Get your next getaway off to a flying start by nabbing an amazing deal with Travelocity. In the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Orkney Islands cost between $311 and $1,245. Look through our site and secure a ticket that fits in your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Orkney Islands?
The duration of a direct flight to Orkney Islands differs, but here you can browse the average journey times for a selection of favorite routes:

  • Aberdeen (ABZ) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 53 minutes
  • Edinburgh (EDI) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 1 hour and 15 minutes
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 1 hour and 15 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Orkney Islands?
If you're about to catch a long-haul flight to Orkney Islands, you can typically expect drinks, food and entertainment to be included. Airlines like to make longer flights as comfortable as they can for passengers. Shorter trips — as well as flights offered by budget airlines — may not have such inclusions. If you're searching for cheap flights for family vacations with a budget carrier, you should be prepared to pay extra for snacks, drinks and entertainment.

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