Cheap Flights to Shetland Islands from $180 (2025/2026)

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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.

Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$324 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $324 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$329 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $329 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$333 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $333 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$339 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$339
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $339 found 1 day ago
Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15
EDI
Edinburgh
LSI
Sumburgh
$443 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$443
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Edinburgh to Sumburgh, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $443 found 1 day ago
Fri, Jul 31 - Wed, Aug 5
MAN
Manchester
LSI
Sumburgh
$447 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$447
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Fri, Jul 31 from Manchester to Sumburgh, returning Wed, Aug 5, priced at $447 found 12 hours ago
Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15
EDI
Edinburgh
LSI
Sumburgh
$448 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$448
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Edinburgh to Sumburgh, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $448 found 1 day ago
Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, Apr 7
DUS
Düsseldorf Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$528 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$528
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Mar 31 from Düsseldorf Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Tue, Apr 7, priced at $528 found 11 hours ago
Mon, Jun 22 - Tue, Jun 30
BOS
Logan Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$913 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$913
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Jun 22 from Logan Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Tue, Jun 30, priced at $913 found 1 day ago
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$914 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$914
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 23 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Thu, Apr 30, priced at $914 found 6 hours ago
Wed, Jun 10 - Sun, Jun 21
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$1,008 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,008
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Jun 10 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Sun, Jun 21, priced at $1,008 found 5 days ago

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Varis House

Varis House

2 out of 5
26 Church Road, Lerwick, Lerwick, Scotland
Stay at this B&B in Lerwick. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Bain's Beach and Shetland Museum are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (231 reviews)
Comfortable and walking distance to most things in Lerwick

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

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Scalloway Hotel

Scalloway Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Main St, Scalloway, Scotland
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (102 reviews)
We were weathered in unexpectantly and staff very kind and helpful in making sure we had rooms.

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

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The Queen's Hotel

The Queen's Hotel

3 out of 5
24 Commercial St, Shetland, Lerwick, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star 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.
5.8/10 (63 reviews)
Good no breakfast decor so old fashioned smelt foosty

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

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Lerwick Hotel

Lerwick Hotel

3 out of 5
15 South Road, Lerwick, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lerwick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition and Clickimin Broch are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (126 reviews)
Breakfast was fine.

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

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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 $324 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 January. Based on Travelocity's direct flight demand from January to December last year, it's the cheapest period to fly to Shetland Islands.
How can I check my flight status to Shetland Islands?
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Shetland Islands?
Here are our tips — book ahead of time, avoid busy periods and be flexible with your travel dates. If your dates aren't set in stone, search for your flight to Shetland Islands on Travelocity and hit "Flexible dates" above your results. This will help you find any cheaper airfares on a nearby day. $324 was the best deal for a return flight to Shetland 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 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 $324 and $1,008 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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