What is the cheapest airline that flies from Manchester to Shetland?

British Airways and Loganair are the most popular carriers operating from Manchester to Shetland

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Shetland?

Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Shetland are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Shetland?

The number of operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Shetland is 2 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to Shetland?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Manchester Airport to Shetland.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shetland?

The required travel and health documents for your Shetland trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shetland. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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16:45 - 18:10

MAN

LSI

25h 25m

2 stops

18:45 - 07:45

LSI

MAN

13h 00m

2 stops

£385British Airways

Sat, 1 Aug - Thu, 6 Aug

10:55 - 19:05

MAN

LSI

8h 10m

2 stops

16:25 - 07:55

LSI

MAN

15h 30m

2 stops

£410British Airways

Wed, 2 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

07:30 - 19:05

MAN

LSI

11h 35m

2 stops

08:50 - 21:35

LSI

MAN

36h 45m

2 stops

£412Multiple Airlines

Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

08:30 - 07:35

MAN

LSI

23h 05m

1 stop

08:50 - 21:35

LSI

MAN

36h 45m

2 stops

£418Multiple Airlines

Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

08:55 - 19:05

MAN

LSI

10h 10m

2 stops

19:15 - 22:35

LSI

MAN

27h 20m

2 stops

£422Multiple Airlines

Thu, 25 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun

10:35 - 11:55

MAN

LSI

25h 20m

2 stops

08:50 - 19:00

LSI

MAN

10h 10m

2 stops

£444British Airways

Fri, 31 Jul - Wed, 5 Aug

08:30 - 07:35

MAN

LSI

23h 05m

1 stop

08:50 - 23:10

LSI

MAN

14h 20m

2 stops

£449Multiple Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Fri, 7 Aug

11:25 - 07:35

MAN

LSI

20h 10m

3 stops

08:50 - 19:00

LSI

MAN

34h 10m

2 stops

£451Multiple Airlines

Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 16 Jun

08:20 - 07:35

MAN

LSI

23h 15m

3 stops

08:50 - 23:10

LSI

MAN

14h 20m

2 stops

£461Multiple Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Fri, 7 Aug

16:15 - 07:35

MAN

LSI

15h 20m

1 stop

19:35 - 11:40

LSI

MAN

16h 05m

1 stop

£463Loganair

Wed, 2 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

Loganair flights from Manchester to Shetland

Our best Loganair deals on Manchester to Shetland flight tickets

Loganair

2 Sept

MAN16:15Manchester

15h 20m

1 stop

LSI07:35Lerwick Sumburgh

8 Sept

LSI19:35Lerwick Sumburgh

16h 05m

1 stop

MAN11:40Manchester

£463

Loganair

3 Aug

MAN08:30Manchester

23h 05m

1 stop

LSI07:35Lerwick Sumburgh

7 Aug

LSI16:25Lerwick Sumburgh

2h 55m

1 stop

MAN19:20Manchester

£493

Loganair

9 Jun

MAN08:30Manchester

23h 05m

1 stop

LSI07:35Lerwick Sumburgh

10 Jun

LSI19:35Lerwick Sumburgh

20h 05m

1 stop

MAN15:40Manchester

£527

British Airways flights from Manchester to Shetland

Our best British Airways deals on Manchester to Shetland flight tickets

British Airways

1 Aug

MAN16:45Manchester

25h 25m

2 stops

LSI18:10Lerwick Sumburgh

6 Aug

LSI18:45Lerwick Sumburgh

13h 00m

2 stops

MAN07:45Manchester

£385

British Airways

2 Sept

MAN10:55Manchester

8h 10m

2 stops

LSI19:05Lerwick Sumburgh

8 Sept

LSI16:25Lerwick Sumburgh

15h 30m

2 stops

MAN07:55Manchester

£410

British Airways

31 Jul

MAN10:35Manchester

25h 20m

2 stops

LSI11:55Lerwick Sumburgh

5 Aug

LSI08:50Lerwick Sumburgh

10h 10m

2 stops

MAN19:00Manchester

£444

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16:45-18:10

2 stops25h 25m

Lerwick Sumburgh

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18:45-07:45

2 stops13h 00m

£385

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Manchester

Wed 2/9

10:55-19:05

2 stops8h 10m

Lerwick Sumburgh

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16:25-07:55

2 stops15h 30m

£410

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MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Tue 9/6

07:30-19:05

2 stops11h 35m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 16/6

08:50-21:35

2 stops36h 45m

£412

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MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Tue 9/6

08:30-07:35

1 stop23h 05m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 16/6

08:50-21:35

2 stops36h 45m

£418

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

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08:55-19:05

2 stops10h 10m

Lerwick Sumburgh

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19:15-22:35

2 stops27h 20m

£422

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MANLSI

Manchester

Fri 31/7

10:35-11:55

2 stops25h 20m

Lerwick Sumburgh

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08:50-19:00

2 stops10h 10m

£444

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MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Mon 3/8

08:30-07:35

1 stop23h 05m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Fri 7/8

08:50-23:10

2 stops14h 20m

£449

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Tue 9/6

11:25-07:35

3 stops20h 10m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 16/6

08:50-19:00

2 stops34h 10m

£451

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Mon 3/8

08:20-07:35

3 stops23h 15m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Fri 7/8

08:50-23:10

2 stops14h 20m

£461

ManchesterLerwick

MAN - LSI

MANLSI

Manchester

Wed 2/9

16:15-07:35

1 stop15h 20m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 8/9

19:35-11:40

1 stop16h 05m

£463

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Manchester to Shetland

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Shetland?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Shetland from Manchester, with most prices found around £160. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of April, then book flights to Shetland from Manchester during March instead. Flights to Shetland in March, while not as cheap as those in April, still average around £168.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Shetland?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shetland from Manchester is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as £506. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Manchester because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £545.

What is the cheapest Manchester to Shetland flight route?

Fly from Manchester to Lerwick Sumburgh for the best Manchester - Shetland flight prices

Can stopping save me money on Manchester to Shetland flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Manchester to Shetland.

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Fastest flight time	8h 10m
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The fastest flight from Manchester to Shetland takes 8h 10m

There are no direct flights from Manchester to Shetland. There are no popular flight routes from Manchester to Shetland.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Manchester to Shetland

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Shetland?
Prices for flights from Manchester Airport to Shetland are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Manchester Airport to Shetland?
The number of operators available for flights from Manchester Airport to Shetland is 2 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Manchester Airport to Shetland?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Manchester Airport to Shetland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Shetland?
The required travel and health documents for your Shetland trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shetland. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Manchester to Shetland?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Manchester to Shetland is Airbus A320-100/200 (21.91% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (19.74%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (13.34%), and Airbus A321neo (9.81%).

Best airlines flying from Manchester to Shetland

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Manchester to Shetland with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom £192	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,974 reviews		Search British Airways flights
Loganair	PriceFrom £372	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews		Search Loganair flights

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