How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Shetland?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United Kingdom you fly out of and what airport in Shetland you fly into. For example, flying from London Heathrow to Incheon Intl takes 11h 55m on average. On the other hand, flying from Manchester to Incheon Intl takes 16h 15m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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Loganair

17 Mar

ABZ

1h 05m

LSI

24 Mar

LSI

1h 00m

ABZ

£220

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Loganair

12 May

ABZ

1h 05m

LSI

13 May

LSI

1h 00m

ABZ

£228

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British Airways

25 Feb

LHR

17h 50m

1 stop

LSI

2 Mar

LSI

4h 20m

1 stop

LHR

£247

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British Airways

1 Feb

LHR

20h 45m

1 stop

LSI

9 Feb

LSI

15h 00m

1 stop

LHR

£248

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British Airways

27 Feb

LHR

17h 40m

1 stop

LSI

2 Mar

LSI

7h 00m

1 stop

LHR

£249

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Loganair

21 Jan

ABZ

1h 00m

LSI

26 Jan

LSI

1h 00m

ABZ

£253

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British Airways

25 Feb

LHR

21h 25m

1 stop

LSI

26 Feb

LSI

6h 10m

1 stop

LHR

£255

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British Airways

23 Feb

LHR

19h 20m

1 stop

LSI

2 Mar

LSI

15h 00m

1 stop

LHR

£265

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British Airways

28 Mar

LHR

5h 40m

1 stop

LSI

2 Apr

LSI

8h 05m

1 stop

LHR

£266

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Loganair

31 Jan

ABZ

1h 05m

LSI

7 Feb

LSI

1h 00m

ABZ

£269

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Loganair

31 Jan

ABZ

1h 05m

LSI

7 Feb

LSI

1h 00m

ABZ

£271

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British Airways

12 May

LHR

10h 40m

1 stop

LSI

18 May

LSI

7h 50m

1 stop

LHR

£276

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18:10 - 19:15

ABZ

LSI

1h 05mdirect

16:25 - 17:25

LSI

ABZ

1h 00mdirect

£220Loganair

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 24 Mar

17:30 - 18:35

ABZ

LSI

1h 05mdirect

19:15 - 20:15

LSI

ABZ

1h 00mdirect

£236Loganair

Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

17:55 - 11:45

LHR

LSI

17h 50m1 stop

08:10 - 12:30

LSI

LHR

4h 20m1 stop

£247British Airways

Wed, 25 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

10:50 - 07:35

LHR

LSI

20h 45m1 stop

19:45 - 10:45

LSI

LHR

15h 00m1 stop

£248British Airways

Sun, 1 Feb - Mon, 9 Feb

15:05 - 08:45

LHR

LSI

17h 40m1 stop

08:10 - 15:10

LSI

LHR

7h 00m1 stop

£249British Airways

Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

09:20 - 11:45

LHR

LSI

26h 25m1 stop

19:45 - 08:50

LSI

LHR

13h 05m1 stop

£255British Airways

Wed, 25 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

12:15 - 07:35

LHR

LSI

19h 20m1 stop

19:45 - 10:45

LSI

LHR

15h 00m1 stop

£265British Airways

Mon, 23 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

06:25 - 12:05

LHR

LSI

5h 40m1 stop

08:50 - 16:55

LSI

LHR

8h 05m1 stop

£266British Airways

Sat, 28 Mar - Thu, 2 Apr

06:30 - 07:35

ABZ

LSI

1h 05mdirect

08:35 - 09:35

LSI

ABZ

1h 00mdirect

£272Loganair

Mon, 18 May - Sat, 23 May

12:15 - 07:35

LGW

LSI

19h 20m1 stop

19:45 - 16:35

LSI

LGW

20h 50m1 stop

£285Multiple Airlines

Tue, 24 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

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Return

Price

AberdeenLerwick

ABZ - LSI

ABZLSI

Aberdeen Dyce

Tue 17/3

18:10-19:15

Nonstop1h 05m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Tue 24/3

16:25-17:25

Nonstop1h 00m

£220

AberdeenLerwick

ABZ - LSI

ABZLSI

Aberdeen Dyce

Sun 18/1

17:30-18:35

Nonstop1h 05m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sun 25/1

19:15-20:15

Nonstop1h 00m

£236

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

17:55-11:45

1 stop17h 50m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 2/3

08:10-12:30

1 stop4h 20m

£247

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sun 1/2

10:50-07:35

1 stop20h 45m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 9/2

19:45-10:45

1 stop15h 00m

£248

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

15:05-08:45

1 stop17h 40m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 2/3

08:10-15:10

1 stop7h 00m

£249

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

09:20-11:45

1 stop26h 25m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Fri 27/2

19:45-08:50

1 stop13h 05m

£255

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Mon 23/2

12:15-07:35

1 stop19h 20m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 2/3

19:45-10:45

1 stop15h 00m

£265

LondonLerwick

LHR - LSI

LHRLSI

London Heathrow

Sat 28/3

06:25-12:05

1 stop5h 40m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Thu 2/4

08:50-16:55

1 stop8h 05m

£266

AberdeenLerwick

ABZ - LSI

ABZLSI

Aberdeen Dyce

Mon 18/5

06:30-07:35

Nonstop1h 05m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Sat 23/5

08:35-09:35

Nonstop1h 00m

£272

LondonLerwick

LGW - LSI

LGWLSI

London Gatwick

Tue 24/2

12:15-07:35

1 stop19h 20m

Lerwick Sumburgh

Mon 2/3

19:45-16:35

1 stop20h 50m

£285

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Shetland from United Kingdom is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as £321. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from United Kingdom because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £409.

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Summary info about Shetland flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£135
Best Round-Trip Price	£220
Fastest flight time	1h 00m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Shetland from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £135 (London Gatwick to Lerwick Sumburgh).

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The best round-trip flight price to Shetland from United Kingdom in the last 72 hours is £220 (Aberdeen Dyce to Lerwick Sumburgh).

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The fastest flight to Shetland from United Kingdom takes 1h 00m (Aberdeen Dyce to Lerwick Sumburgh).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Shetland, with a 17% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Shetland

What is the best day of the week to fly to Shetland?

If your travel plans are flexible and you’re looking to save money on flights to Shetland, then be sure to book your departure on a Wednesday. Flying out on a Wednesday, as well as a Friday, is your best option. Departing on a Sunday tends to be the most expensive day of the week to fly to Shetland.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Shetland?

Prices for flights to Shetland were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Shetland?

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights to Shetland.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to Shetland.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Shetland may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Shetland. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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