Cheap Flights to Shetland Islands from $191 (2026/2027)

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A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sea view, and pink flowers.

Lerwick

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Lerwick
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Scalloway

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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.

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$343 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$343
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 2 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $343 found 11 hours ago
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$347 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$347
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 2 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $347 found 11 hours ago
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$351 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$351
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Sep 2 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Wed, Sep 9, priced at $351 found 11 hours ago
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 23
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$351 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$351
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 20 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Wed, Sep 23, priced at $351 found 2 days ago
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$555 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$555
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 8 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Tue, Sep 15, priced at $555 found 5 days ago
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
LHR
Heathrow
LSI
Sumburgh
$556 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$556
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Tue, Sep 8 from Heathrow to Sumburgh, returning Tue, Sep 15, priced at $556 found 5 days ago
Thu, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 23
GLA
Glasgow Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$585 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$585
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from Glasgow Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Sun, Aug 23, priced at $585 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 19
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$1,061 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$1,061
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Mar 15 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Fri, Mar 19, priced at $1,061 found 6 hours ago
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$1,141 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,141
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 8 from San Francisco Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Thu, Oct 15, priced at $1,141 found 6 days ago
Sun, Jul 26 - Tue, Aug 11
CLE
Hopkins Intl.
LSI
Sumburgh
$1,307 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,307
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Sun, Jul 26 from Hopkins Intl. to Sumburgh, returning Tue, Aug 11, priced at $1,307 found 8 hours ago

Travelers ❤️ These Shetland Islands 🏨

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 (76 reviews)
"Location is wonderful, a few easy steps to Commercial Street, harbor, etc. The property is old and very much in need of refurbishment. There is evidence that the management is working to that end. Restaurant was closed, which is challenging if staying on the weekend because there are literally only ..."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

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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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (118 reviews)
"Very good service"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

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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.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (111 reviews)
"Nice friendly place with pleasant staff"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

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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, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Bain's Beach and Shetland Museum are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (262 reviews)
"The place was well kept, and the breakfast was a great selection."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 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 Shetland Islands?
To help you budget, the cheapest roundtrip flight to Shetland Islands cost $343 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 September. 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. $343 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 $343 and $1,307 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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