How long is the flight from Southampton to Shetland?

Airlines like Loganair fly from Southampton to Shetland in about 12h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Southampton to Shetland is about 616 mi.

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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from SOU to EIL?

When flying from Southampton 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.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Southampton to Shetland?

Most people fly from Southampton Eastleigh (SOU) if they book a flight from Southampton to Shetland. Southampton Eastleigh is conveniently located just 3.5 mi from Southampton’s city center.

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

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SOU Southampton Eastleigh - LSI Lerwick Sumburgh

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Fri 27/11

19:55-08:45

1 stop12h 50m

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Mon 30/11

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SOU Southampton Eastleigh - LSI Lerwick Sumburgh

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SOU Southampton Eastleigh - LSI Lerwick Sumburgh

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SOU Southampton Eastleigh - LSI Lerwick Sumburgh

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Sun 27/9

09:20-08:20

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Lerwick Sumburgh

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SOU Southampton Eastleigh - LSI Lerwick Sumburgh

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20:50-08:20

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Lerwick Sumburgh

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18:45-08:25

1 stop13h 40m

£821

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SOU Southampton Eastleigh - LSI Lerwick Sumburgh

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Southampton Eastleigh

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10:15-08:20

1 stop22h 05m

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18:45-08:25

1 stop13h 40m

£907

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Southampton to Shetland?
Most people fly from Southampton Eastleigh (SOU) if they book a flight from Southampton to Shetland. Southampton Eastleigh is conveniently located just 3.5 mi from Southampton’s city center.
How long is the flight from Southampton to Shetland?
Airlines like Loganair fly from Southampton to Shetland in about 12h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Southampton to Shetland is about 616 mi.
Can I find deals for flights from Southampton to Shetland that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from Southampton to Shetland?
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Can I find deals for business class flights from Southampton to Shetland?
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