Cheap Flights to Orkney Islands from $176 (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
$312 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $312 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 14
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$314 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$314
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Jan 14, priced at $314 found 2 days ago
Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 14
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$316 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Jan 14, priced at $316 found 2 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$318 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$318
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $318 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jun 9 - Wed, Jun 16
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$318 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$318
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Jun 9 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Jun 16, priced at $318 found 2 days ago
Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 14
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$320 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Jan 14, priced at $320 found 2 days ago
Wed, Jun 9 - Wed, Jun 16
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$320 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$320
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Jun 9 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Jun 16, priced at $320 found 2 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
LHR
Heathrow
KOI
Kirkwall
$323 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Heathrow to Kirkwall, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $323 found 1 day ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 21
DEN
Denver Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,158 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$1,158
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 13 from Denver Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $1,158 found 21 hours ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 21
DEN
Denver Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,269 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$1,269
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 13 from Denver Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $1,269 found 21 hours ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 21
DEN
Denver Intl.
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,280 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$1,280
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 13 from Denver Intl. to Kirkwall, returning Sat, Nov 21, priced at $1,280 found 21 hours ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LHRKirkwallDecember 4 to December 6$312
GLAKirkwallDecember 2 to December 5$442
EDIKirkwallOctober 30 to November 1$480
*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.
8.6/10 Excellent! (268 reviews)
"Great breakfast, excellent restaurant and even better staff. Everyone from the warm reception (at 11:30 pm!) who stayed late so we could enjoy a night cap after a long travel day. Engaging all around! Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026

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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 $312 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?
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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. $312 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.
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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 $312 and $1,280. 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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