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Cheap flights from London to Shetland from £136

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — LSI
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from London to Shetland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Shetland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Wed 17/1217:00LHR - LSI
1 stop14h 35mBritish Airways
Sun 21/1219:15LSI - LHR
1 stop12h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/12£402
Thu 18/1206:20LHR - LSI
1 stop5h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 22/1219:45LSI - LHR
1 stop12h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/12£419
Thu 18/1210:20LGW - LSI
1 stop25h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 22/1212:15LSI - LGW
1 stop19h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/12£453
Thu 4/1210:55LHR - LSI
1 stop4h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 11/1216:25LSI - LHR
1 stop5h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/12£457
Sat 6/1210:20LGW - LSI
1 stop26h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 10/1212:25LSI - LGW
1 stop19h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/12£482
Thu 4/1206:45LCY - LSI
1 stop5h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 11/1208:50LSI - LCY
1 stop5h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/12£486
Fri 19/1219:45LCY - LSI
1 stop13h 00mBritish Airways
Tue 23/1212:25LSI - LCY
1 stop6h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/12£489
Thu 4/1206:45LCY - LSI
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1208:50LSI - LCY
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£497
Thu 18/1206:55LTN - LSI
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1208:10LSI - LTN
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£532
Wed 17/1218:00STN - LSI
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1213:15LSI - STN
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12£561
Wed 31/1218:45LHR - LSI
2 stops43h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/117:30LSI - LHR
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£571
Fri 19/1206:30STN - LSI
2 stops12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1218:45LSI - STN
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12£576

Find flight deals from London to Shetland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to Shetland flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£244

One-way from

£136

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£435
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 14/1-19/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • London to Shetland
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 35m total
  • London to Shetland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Wed 14/1

21:00-11:45

1 stop14h 45m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sun 18/1

18:45-10:10

1 stop15h 25m

£245

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sat 10/1

06:35-11:05

1 stop4h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Wed 14/1

19:45-07:40

1 stop11h 55m

£246

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Wed 21/1

21:00-07:35

1 stop10h 35m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 27/1

08:10-12:15

1 stop4h 05m

£246

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sat 10/1

06:35-11:05

1 stop4h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 19/1

19:45-10:45

1 stop15h 00m

£246

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Tue 13/1

12:15-07:35

1 stop19h 20m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 19/1

19:45-10:45

1 stop15h 00m

£246

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Thu 8/1

20:30-08:20

1 stop11h 50m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Wed 14/1

19:45-10:45

1 stop15h 00m

£247

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Thu 8/1

17:05-08:20

1 stop15h 15m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Fri 16/1

19:45-10:45

1 stop15h 00m

£247

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Thu 8/1

20:30-08:20

1 stop11h 50m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 19/1

19:45-10:45

1 stop15h 00m

£247

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Tue 13/1

08:05-07:35

1 stop23h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sun 18/1

18:45-07:45

1 stop13h 00m

£247

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Thu 7/5

17:00-19:05

1 stop26h 05m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 12/5

16:25-22:30

1 stop6h 05m

£247

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shetland (average of £226). Flying from London to Shetland in December is currently the most expensive (average of £354). 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 LON to EIL?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 5 December 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from London to Shetland by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Shetland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shetland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shetland. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways from London to Shetland. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,562 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

María Victoria,Nov 2025

LHR - GRU

Seats were comfortable for economy. Blanket and pillow provided, same as headphones. For some reason the uk plug wouldn’t charge and had to use the US charger. Also couldn’t use WiFi as keep saying BA club pw was wrong although it wasn’t: but minor things. Overall good flight and attentive crew.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,562 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,562 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

María Victoria,Nov 2025

LHR - GRU

Seats were comfortable for economy. Blanket and pillow provided, same as headphones. For some reason the uk plug wouldn’t charge and had to use the US charger. Also couldn’t use WiFi as keep saying BA club pw was wrong although it wasn’t: but minor things. Overall good flight and attentive crew.

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  • How long is the flight from London to Shetland?

    Departing from London to Shetland will take you 14h 45m. There are 581 mi between London and Shetland.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Shetland?

    While some choose either London City - Lerwick Sumburgh or London Gatwick - Lerwick Sumburgh, London Heathrow - Lerwick Sumburgh is the most popular route from London to Shetland.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 London to Shetland?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Shetland (average of £226). Flying from London to Shetland in December is currently the most expensive (average of £354). 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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British AirwaysCheapest£245Average£404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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