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.

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$316 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $316 found 3 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$321 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $321 found 3 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$326 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $326 found 3 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$332 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $332 found 3 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$345 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $345 found 3 days ago
Mon, May 3 - Thu, May 6
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$361 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$361
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, May 3 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Thu, May 6, priced at $361 found 6 days ago
Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 4
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$364 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$364
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Mar 31 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Apr 4, priced at $364 found 3 days ago
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$367 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$367
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 2 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Nov 8, priced at $367 found 5 days ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
BOS
Logan Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,371 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,371
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from Logan Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Nov 15, priced at $1,371 found 1 day ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
BOS
Logan Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,379 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,379
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from Logan Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Nov 15, priced at $1,379 found 1 day ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
BOS
Logan Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,381 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,381
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from Logan Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Nov 15, priced at $1,381 found 1 day ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LHRKirkwallDecember 4 to December 6$316
GLAKirkwallDecember 2 to December 5$442
EDIKirkwallOctober 30 to November 1$449
*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 Peedie Sea are located nearby.
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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.
7/10 Good! (98 reviews)
"The location and old world charm. The staff member was very nice and went out of his way to help us."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 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! (307 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! The room was above and beyond our expectations! Super clean, roomy, and comfortable! The on site restaurant was yummy and the staff were friendly. We will be back!"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

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West End Guest House

West End Guest House

2 out of 5
14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay thank you."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 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 $316 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, December 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. $316 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?
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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 $316 and $1,381. 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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