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Cheap flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport from £170

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — LSI
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from London to Sumburgh/Shetland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Sumburgh/Shetland (LSI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£248

One-way from

£170

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£390
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 14/4-21/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 45m total
  • London to Lerwick
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 00m total
  • London to Lerwick
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Cheapest flights from London to Sumburgh/Shetland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Sumburgh/Shetland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 January 2026.

Fri 13/319:55LHR - LSI
1 stop16h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 16/308:10LSI - LHR
1 stop4h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1£264
Mon 9/310:40LHR - LSI
1 stop21h 40mBritish Airways
Fri 20/319:45LSI - LHR
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1£274
Fri 18/906:55LCY - LSI
1 stop4h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 22/912:15LSI - LCY
1 stop8h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1£280
Sat 28/208:10LHR - LSI
1 stop3h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 7/309:15LSI - LHR
1 stop6h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1£293
Sat 21/206:25LHR - LSI
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/208:35LSI - LHR
1 stop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1£299
Thu 1/1007:50LHR - LSI
1 stop3h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 4/1019:15LSI - LHR
1 stop26h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1£301
Sun 22/206:35LHR - LSI
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/319:15LSI - LHR
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1£306
Thu 9/414:05LCY - LSI
1 stop4h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 16/418:45LSI - LCY
1 stop13h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1£309
Sat 14/212:30LHR - LSI
1 stop24h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 19/219:45LSI - LHR
1 stop12h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1£315
Tue 16/619:55LCY - LSI
1 stop12h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 22/618:45LSI - LCY
1 stop26h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1£330
Sat 21/219:35LGW - LSI
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/208:35LSI - LGW
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1£332
Fri 17/411:25LCY - LSI
1 stop6h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 21/412:15LSI - LCY
1 stop8h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/1£333

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Return

Price

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Fri 13/3

19:55-12:05

1 stop16h 10m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 16/3

08:10-12:30

1 stop4h 20m

£264

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

08:10-12:05

1 stop3h 55m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sat 7/3

09:15-14:35

1 stop5h 20m

£293

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sat 21/2

06:25-12:05

1 stop5h 40m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sat 28/2

08:35-12:35

1 stop4h 00m

£299

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sun 22/2

06:35-18:35

1 stop12h 00m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sun 1/3

19:15-08:00

1 stop12h 45m

£306

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sat 14/2

12:30-12:30

1 stop24h 00m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Thu 19/2

19:45-07:45

1 stop12h 00m

£315

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sun 15/2

14:25-07:35

1 stop17h 10m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Fri 20/2

19:45-08:50

1 stop13h 05m

£323

LondonLerwick

LGW - LSI

LGWLSI

London Gatwick

Sat 21/2

19:35-18:35

1 stop23h 00m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sat 28/2

08:35-14:50

1 stop6h 15m

£332

LondonLerwick

LCY - LSI

LCYLSI

London City

Fri 17/4

11:25-18:10

1 stop6h 45m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 21/4

12:15-20:35

1 stop8h 20m

£333

LondonLerwick

LCY - LSI

LCYLSI

London City

Fri 13/3

20:35-12:05

1 stop15h 30m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 16/3

08:50-21:25

1 stop12h 35m

£344

LondonLerwick

LGW - LSI

LGWLSI

London Gatwick

Sun 22/2

13:20-18:35

1 stop5h 15m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sun 1/3

19:15-16:35

1 stop21h 20m

£348

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How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Sumburgh/Shetland. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Aberdeen (ABZ) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 86% of one-stop itineraries from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Aberdeen (ABZ) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £289.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dundee (DND) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 3h 45m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dundee (DND) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 0h 35m.

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 9 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,659 reviews
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Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.7

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
7,659 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.7

Entertainment

6.4

Food

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Crew

7.6

Overall

6.7

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport?

    A quick flight from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport can take about 16h 10m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £264. London and Lerwick Sumburgh Airport are separated by a distance of 581 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport round-trip from £247. British Airways is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from London to Lerwick Sumburgh Airport are London Heathrow - Lerwick Sumburgh, London Gatwick - Lerwick Sumburgh and London City - Lerwick Sumburgh.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Sumburgh/Shetland?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Sumburgh/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.

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British AirwaysCheapest£247Average£413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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