Cheap Flights to Shetland Islands from $139 (2026/2027)

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Scalloway, Shetland Islands: - August 14, 2024: Views of the region around Scalloway in Scotland's Shetland Islands

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Shetland Islands?

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

Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12
ABZ
Aberdeen
LSI
Sumburgh
$297 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Sun, Oct 4 from Aberdeen to Sumburgh, returning Mon, Oct 12, priced at $297 found 20 hours ago
Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25
ABZ
Aberdeen
LSI
Sumburgh
$300 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Thu, May 21 from Aberdeen to Sumburgh, returning Mon, May 25, priced at $300 found 1 day ago
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12
ABZ
Aberdeen
LSI
Sumburgh
$328 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$328
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Sun, Oct 4 from Aberdeen to Sumburgh, returning Mon, Oct 12, priced at $328 found 20 hours ago
Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25
ABZ
Aberdeen
LSI
Sumburgh
$332 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Thu, May 21 from Aberdeen to Sumburgh, returning Mon, May 25, priced at $332 found 1 day ago
Mon, May 4 - Thu, May 7
ABZ
Aberdeen
LSI
Sumburgh
$343 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$343
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Mon, May 4 from Aberdeen to Sumburgh, returning Thu, May 7, priced at $343 found 4 days ago
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 13
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$344 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Oct 4 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Tue, Oct 13, priced at $344 found 20 hours ago
Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 13
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$345 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$345
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Oct 4 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Tue, Oct 13, priced at $345 found 20 hours ago
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12
INV
Inverness
LSI
Sumburgh
$401 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$401
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Sun, Oct 4 from Inverness to Sumburgh, returning Mon, Oct 12, priced at $401 found 19 hours ago
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$927 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$927
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 16 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Wed, Sep 23, priced at $927 found 4 days ago
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$937 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$937
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 19 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Tue, Jan 26, priced at $937 found 3 days ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 2
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$1,122 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,122
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $1,122 found 1 day ago

Travelers ❤️ These Shetland Islands 🏨

Scalloway Hotel

Scalloway Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Main St Scalloway Scotland
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Scalloway. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Scalloway Castle and Shetland Bus Memorial are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)
Such friendly staff. Comfortable room. Good food. Great location for touring the islands. Sticky toffee pudding to die for

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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The Queen's Hotel

The Queen's Hotel

3 out of 5
24 Commercial St Lerwick Scotland
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Lerwick. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Bain's Beach and Shetland Museum are located nearby.
6/10 (64 reviews)
The view of the water was nice. The cleanliness was very good. The mattresses and pillows need to be replaced. That being said, I slept well. The hotel, however, is in need of TLC. The location was excellent. The staff we met was kind. We were grateful for the availability.

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

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Varis House

Varis House

2 out of 5
26 Church Road Lerwick Scotland
Stay at this B&B in Lerwick. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bain's Beach and Shetland Museum are located nearby.
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Brae Hotel

Brae Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Brae Hotel Brae Scotland
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brae. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions North Mainland Leisure Centre and Sullom Voe Oil Terminal are located nearby.
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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 Shetland Islands?
To help you budget, the cheapest roundtrip flight to Shetland Islands cost $297 in the last seven days. A good way to snap up a good deal is to be flexible with your dates. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Shetland Islands departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Shetland Islands?
For your biggest chance at locking in a superb flight deal, time your vacation sometime during October. Based on Travelocity's direct flight demand from January to December last year, it's the cheapest period to fly to Shetland Islands.
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Shetland Islands?
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What are the most popular flight routes to Shetland Islands?
As a popular vacation destination, you'll find excellent connections to Shetland Islands. Check out this sample of popular routes:

  • Aberdeen (ABZ) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) - 485 flights a month.
  • Edinburgh (EDI) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) - 316 flights a month.
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) - 212 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Shetland Islands on average?
Tickets for roundtrip flights to Shetland Islands cost between $297 and $1,122 in the last seven days. As soon as you spot a fantastic deal, snap it up and get ready to set off on your dream getaway with Travelocity. 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 Shetland Islands?
To get an idea of the average flying time of a direct flight to Shetland Islands, cast your eyes over these popular routes:

  • Aberdeen (ABZ) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) - 1 hour and 3 minutes
  • Edinburgh (EDI) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) - 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) - 1 hour and 30 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Shetland Islands?
Factors including which airline company you're jetting off with and where you leave from will mostly determine your travel experience. You're likely to find all sorts of flights to Shetland Islands, from cheap flights for family vacations to pricier fares at the pointy end of the plane. Food, drinks and entertainment are a taste of what most airlines offer on long-haul services.

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