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£136+ Cheap flights to Sumburgh/Shetland

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LSI
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Sumburgh/Shetland in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Sumburgh Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Sumburgh Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 21 March 2026.

Fri 8/515:05
LHR
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LSI
1 stop17h 00m
British Airways
Mon 11/519:35
LSI
-
LHR
1 stop12h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 16/3£253
Tue 29/921:00
LHR
-
LSI
1 stop18h 50m
British Airways
Wed 30/919:35
LSI
-
LHR
1 stop12h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 16/3£262
Wed 19/816:50
LHR
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LSI
1 stop14h 45m
British Airways
Sun 23/819:15
LSI
-
LHR
1 stop16h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 19/3£265
Mon 13/720:35
LHR
-
LSI
1 stop11h 45m
British Airways
Mon 20/718:45
LSI
-
LHR
1 stop12h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 16/3£268
Mon 7/1209:20
LHR
-
LSI
1 stop26h 25m
British Airways
Thu 10/1219:35
LSI
-
LHR
1 stop12h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 17/3£277
Wed 24/621:50
LHR
-
LSI
1 stop21h 15m
British Airways
Mon 29/619:35
LSI
-
LHR
1 stop25h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 16/3£277
Thu 28/514:55
LHR
-
LSI
1 stop4h 10m
British Airways
Sun 31/519:15
LSI
-
LHR
1 stop26h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 18/3£278
Sun 27/921:00
LHR
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LSI
1 stop10h 35m
British Airways
Mon 28/912:15
LSI
-
LHR
1 stop4h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 19/3£280
Mon 13/717:20
LCY
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LSI
1 stop15h 00m
British Airways
Mon 20/718:45
LSI
-
LCY
1 stop15h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 16/3£297
Mon 7/1206:45
LCY
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LSI
1 stop5h 00m
British Airways
Thu 10/1218:45
LSI
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LCY
1 stop16h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 17/3£306
Mon 4/519:55
LCY
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LSI
1 stop12h 25m
British Airways
Mon 11/518:45
LSI
-
LCY
1 stop13h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 20/3£314
Wed 8/708:40
LCY
-
LSI
1 stop9h 30m
British Airways
Tue 14/718:45
LSI
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LCY
1 stop15h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 16/3£330

Find flight deals to Sumburgh Airport

Find the latest flights to Sumburgh/Shetland in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 21 March 2026.

Return from

£253

One-way from

£136

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£394
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 8/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 40m total
  • London to Lerwick
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 5/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 45m total
  • London to Lerwick
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LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Fri 8/5

15:05-08:05

1 stop17h 00m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 11/5

19:35-08:15

1 stop12h 40m

£253

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Wed 8/7

21:50-07:35

1 stop9h 45m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 14/7

16:25-21:05

1 stop4h 40m

£253

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Mon 7/9

13:10-11:45

1 stop22h 35m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Wed 16/9

16:25-21:50

1 stop5h 25m

£253

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Mon 4/5

21:35-08:20

1 stop10h 45m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 11/5

19:35-08:15

1 stop12h 40m

£287

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Wed 15/4

21:50-07:35

1 stop9h 45m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Thu 23/4

16:25-21:00

1 stop4h 35m

£310

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Fri 1/5

06:35-19:05

1 stop12h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Fri 8/5

19:35-17:25

1 stop21h 50m

£310

LondonLerwick

LCY - LSI

LCYLSI

London City

Wed 8/7

08:40-18:10

1 stop9h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 14/7

18:45-10:20

1 stop15h 35m

£330

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Fri 26/6

18:45-08:05

1 stop13h 20m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sat 4/7

08:35-20:50

1 stop12h 15m

£350

LondonLerwick

LTN - LSI

LTNLSI

London Luton

Mon 7/9

07:00-19:05

1 stop12h 05m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Wed 16/9

19:35-10:30

1 stop14h 55m

£352

LondonLerwick

LGW - LSI

LGWLSI

London Gatwick

Mon 7/9

19:10-07:35

1 stop12h 25m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Wed 16/9

19:35-07:50

1 stop12h 15m

£354

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport

How long is the flight to Sumburgh/Shetland?

On average, a flight from London to Sumburgh/Shetland takes 7 hours 28 minutes. Flights to Sumburgh/Shetland from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Sumburgh/Shetland?

The most popular airline flying from London to Sumburgh/Shetland is British Airways.

Loganair
Loganair
From £199
British Airways
British Airways
From £248

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Sumburgh/Shetland?

The cheapest airline flying from London to Sumburgh/Shetland is British Airways.

Rainfall in Sumburgh/Shetland by month

Plan your trip to Sumburgh/Shetland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sumburgh/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 Sumburgh/Shetland when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sumburgh/Shetland by month

Plan your trip to Sumburgh/Shetland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sumburgh/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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sumburgh/Shetland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sumburgh/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 Sumburgh/Shetland. Reviews last updated 21 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown British Airways to the United Kingdom to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,805 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Overall

6.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,805 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,805 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.6

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Overall

6.7

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
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.

FAQs about flying to Sumburgh/Shetland

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Sumburgh/Shetland if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Sumburgh/Shetland on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Sumburgh/Shetland?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, British Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Sumburgh/Shetland.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Sumburgh/Shetland depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Sumburgh/Shetland, Aberdeen Dyce offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 5 minutes).

  • Does Lerwick Sumburgh have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Lerwick Sumburgh can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Lerwick Sumburgh?

    Yes. Lerwick Sumburgh has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Sumburgh Hotel is the closest property to Lerwick Sumburgh (0.0 mi away from Lerwick Sumburgh).

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