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

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LHRKirkwallMarch 18 to March 30$298
EDIKirkwallFebruary 12 to February 16$423
GLAKirkwallJanuary 23 to January 27$510
DFWKirkwallJanuary 7 to January 11$1,490
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
GLAKirkwallDecember 27 to December 28$713
LHRKirkwallDecember 27 to January 5$783
*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! (224 reviews)
Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

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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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (264 reviews)
The Albert was an excellent place to stay for 3 days while we went around Okkney Islands. Our room was huge and a view of the ocean! The only possible drawback was parking can be a challenge! But doable.

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Pier Road Burray Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Burray. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre and Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

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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! (173 reviews)
Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great Location. What more could you want.

Reviewed on Nov 12, 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 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, March 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?
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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 $298 and $1,490. 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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