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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Shetland from £169

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — LSI
2 Sep — 9 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Shetland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Shetland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 August 2026.

Fri 18/923:55
EDI
-
LSI
2 stops14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/918:45
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7£320
Fri 18/906:50
EDI
-
LSI
Nonstop1h 30m
Loganair
Thu 24/918:45
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Loganair
Deal found 29/7£320
Thu 3/906:50
EDI
-
LSI
Nonstop1h 30m
Loganair
Thu 15/1018:45
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Loganair
Deal found 2/8£322
Mon 14/921:25
EDI
-
LSI
2 stops34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/918:45
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7£323
Fri 18/923:55
EDI
-
LSI
2 stops14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 24/918:45
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/7£324
Wed 16/906:50
EDI
-
LSI
Nonstop1h 30m
Loganair
Wed 23/908:50
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Loganair
Deal found 2/8£325
Mon 21/916:45
EDI
-
LSI
Nonstop1h 25m
Loganair
Tue 29/908:50
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Loganair
Deal found 2/8£327
Wed 16/920:05
EDI
-
LSI
2 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 23/908:50
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8£328
Thu 24/906:50
EDI
-
LSI
Nonstop1h 30m
Loganair
Mon 28/918:45
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Loganair
Deal found 30/7£341
Mon 14/916:45
EDI
-
LSI
Nonstop1h 25m
Loganair
Mon 21/918:45
LSI
-
EDI
Nonstop1h 25m
Loganair
Deal found 31/7£346

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Shetland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to Shetland flight deals. Data was last updated 3 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£319

One-way from

£169

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

June

Average price

£345
Loganair
  • Loganair
  • 8/9-8/9
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to Shetland
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Loganair
  • Loganair
  • 13/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to Shetland
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Shetland that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 August 2026.
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EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/9

23:55-14:05

2 stops14h 10m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Thu 24/9

18:45-20:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£324
Fastest return journey

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/9

16:45-18:10

Nonstop1h 25m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 29/9

08:50-10:15

Nonstop1h 25m

£327

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/9

08:35-07:35

2 stops23h 00m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 28/9

18:45-20:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£354

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

06:50-08:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 7/9

18:45-20:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£358

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 14/9

21:25-19:05

2 stops21h 40m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 21/9

18:45-20:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£375

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 3/9

10:40-19:05

2 stops8h 25m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 7/9

18:45-20:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£429

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 12/9

22:00-12:30

2 stops14h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sat 19/9

14:35-09:40

2 stops19h 05m

£430

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 18/9

19:40-08:05

2 stops12h 25m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Thu 24/9

16:25-23:05

2 stops6h 40m

£443

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 8/1

06:50-08:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 11/1

08:50-10:15

Nonstop1h 25m

£460
Cheapest one-way

EdinburghLerwick

EDI - LSI

EDILSI

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/10

06:50-08:20

Nonstop1h 30m

£171

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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Shetland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Shetland

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Shetland?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Shetland (average of £302). Flying from Edinburgh to Shetland in September is currently the most expensive (average of £500). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to EIL?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Shetland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Edinburgh to Shetland as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Shetland

Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Shetland. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 August 2026.

The most flights from EDI to zzEIL are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Shetland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Shetland?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Edinburgh to Shetland. It is only a 6.8 mi journey to Turnhouse (EDI) from Edinburgh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Shetland?

    A quick flight from Edinburgh to Shetland can take about 1h 25m. Loganair provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £327. Airlines will cover a distance of 282 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Edinburgh to Shetland?

    Consider KLM (71%), Loganair (70%) or British Airways (70%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Edinburgh to Shetland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Shetland?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £173. While the most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Lerwick Sumburgh) can be booked for £320 on average, our data indicates £383 when flying from Edinburgh to Shetland.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Shetland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Shetland flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Shetland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Shetland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Shetland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Shetland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Shetland?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Shetland (average of £302). Flying from Edinburgh to Shetland in September is currently the most expensive (average of £500). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Edinburgh to Shetland

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LoganairCheapest£305Average£463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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