How long is the flight from London to Shetland?

Departing from London to Shetland will take you 17h 40m. There are 581 mi between London and Shetland.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Shetland ranges from 50.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Shetland when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Shetland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 12.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

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.

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

When flying from London to Shetland, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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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Average price	£464

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1 / 20

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David,Jan 2026

LHR - MAD

It was a very old and tried plane. Lots of duck tape holding things together. Staff and food very good. Boarding was chaos at Madrid. Arrival in Lima swift and effective.

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6.0

Good

David,Jan 2026

LHR - MAD

It was a very old and tried plane. Lots of duck tape holding things together. Staff and food very good. Boarding was chaos at Madrid. Arrival in Lima swift and effective.

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How long is the flight from London to Shetland?
Departing from London to Shetland will take you 17h 40m. There are 581 mi between London and Shetland.
What are the most popular routes from London to Shetland?
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Can I find deals for flights from London to Shetland that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from London to Shetland?
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