Non-stop flights to Shetland Islands (LSI)
Sumburgh Airport is a small airport in United Kingdom. It is an international airport. In total there are 6 airports around the world that have direct flights to Shetland Islands in 2 countries. Currently, there are 5 domestic flights to Shetland Islands.
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All direct flights to Shetland Islands Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Shetland Islands Best time to visit Shetland Islands International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 203 flights arriving at Shetland Islands Airport, which are 49 flights per week or 7 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Shetland Islands are routes from Aberdeen (ABZ) in United Kingdom and Edinburgh (EDI), also in United Kingdom. These two routes together are operated 130 times this month, and make up for 64% of all monthly arrivals at Sumburgh Airport.
The longest flight to Shetland Islands LSI is departing from Glasgow (GLA). This non-stop flight takes around 1 hour and 25 minutes and covers a distance of 299 miles (481 km).
List of all direct flights to Shetland Islands
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Shetland Islands, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Shetland Islands.
Airlines flying to Shetland Islands
The only airline that flies to Shetland Islands is Loganair.
What is the best time to visit Shetland Islands?
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime
Shetland Islands is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.
The best time to visit Shetland Islands is during the summer months, spanning from May to August. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from September to February.
International flights to Shetland Islands
Flights from Norway to Shetland Islands
Bergen is the only city in Norway with direct flights to Shetland Islands. From Bergen, direct flights are offered by Loganair. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in August.
All flights from Norway
Domestic flights to Shetland Islands
Flights from United Kingdom to Shetland Islands
There are 5 airports in United Kingdom that have non-stop domestic flights to Shetland Islands.
From Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Kirkwall, all direct flights to Shetland Islands are operated by Loganair.
All flights from United Kingdom
Alternative airports near Shetland Islands
Flying to an alternative airport near Shetland Islands could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Shetland Islands (LSI) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Lerwick (LWK) and Fair Isle (FIE).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Shetland Islands?
There are 4 airports in Shetland Islands: Sumburgh Airport (LSI), Tingwall Airport (LWK), Fair Isle Airport (FIE) and Foula Airfield (FOA).
What is the best airport to fly into Shetland Islands?
The most convenient airport to fly into Shetland Islands is Sumburgh Airport (LSI).
How many airlines fly to Shetland Islands?
There is 1 airline flying to Shetland Islands, which is Loganair, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Shetland Islands?
Loganair is the only airline flying to Shetland Islands.
Which alliances are flying to Shetland Islands?
There are no alliances flying to Shetland Islands at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Shetland Islands?
There are roughly 203 flights arriving at Shetland Islands every month (or 49 flights each week), from a total of 6 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Shetland Islands Airport?
The official name of Shetland Islands Airport is Sumburgh Airport.
What is the airport code of Shetland Islands Airport?
The airport code of Shetland Islands Airport is LSI.
What are the most popular flights to Shetland Islands?
Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Kirkwall are the 3 most popular routes to Shetland Islands. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Shetland Islands, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Shetland Islands?
| Aberdeen to Shetland Islands | 1h 5m |
| Edinburgh to Shetland Islands | 1h 25m |
| Kirkwall to Shetland Islands | 40m |
| Glasgow to Shetland Islands | 1h 25m |
| Dundee to Shetland Islands | 1h 15m |
