Cheap Flights to Orkney Islands from $237 (2025/2026)

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Kirkwall

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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, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$298 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $298 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$301 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$301
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $301 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$301 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$301
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $301 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$304 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $304 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$307 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $307 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$310 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$310
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $310 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$321 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $321 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 26
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$324 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $324 found 2 days ago
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
KOI
Kirkwall
$840 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$840
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $840 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
KOI
Kirkwall
$842 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$842
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $842 found 5 hours ago
Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 1
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$871 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$871
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from O'Hare Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $871 found 6 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LHRKirkwallJune 12 to June 21$366
ABZKirkwallMay 30 to June 3$413
GLAKirkwallJuly 18 to July 24$476
EDIKirkwallJune 19 to June 23$550
*Prices include taxes and fees

Travelers ❤️ These Orkney Islands 🏨

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star 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 St. Magnus Cathedral are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (166 reviews)
A perfect gateway to explore Orkneys
"It was an amazing experience! Room super clean, staff delightful and super kind, excellent food, innovatove cocktails... Simply splendid I would highly recommend it!"

Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025

The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star 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 St. Magnus Cathedral are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (225 reviews)
Would definitely stay again
"I arrived late for checkin-in but everything was left out for me so it was super quick and easy to get into my room after a long journey, which was great! Room was clean and in a really good condition. Bed was very comfortable. The shower was amazing! Very powerful and hot."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Albert Hotel
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead, Stromness, Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Piers Art Centre and Stromness Ferry Terminal are located nearby.
6.6/10 (59 reviews)
"Just would have preferred a bar facility but was fine with that also thanks"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024

The Stromness Hotel
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Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
Back Road, South Ronaldsay, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star inn in South Ronaldsay. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Hoxa Tapestry Gallery and Sand of Wright are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (129 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, fantastic seafood."

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

Murray Arms Hotel
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 $298 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, August 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?
There are a couple of helpful ways to check on your flights. You’ll find all the necessary info in our Trips portal, which is located at the top right of our homepage. Log in or open an account in seconds — you can then browse and amend your bookings whenever you want to. If you’re already traveling, the Travelocity app can also help you look up the status of your flight to Orkney Islands, as well as share details with any members of your family flying with you.
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. $298 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.
Why should I book my flight to Orkney Islands with Travelocity?
From cheap flights to Orkney Islands to all-inclusive resorts and activities, Travelocity is your one-stop shop for epic adventures. With everything at your fingertips, you can relax while daydreaming about the wonderful things that await in Orkney Islands and less time on travel planning. Plus with our Price Match Guarantee and free cancellation on most activities, our mission is to make your next getaway the best yet.
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 $298 and $871. 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.

Destinations in Orkney Islands

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.