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19/04/2026
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London to Orkney by flight

The journey from London to Orkney by flight is 528.93 mi and takes 17 hrs 27 mins. There are 84 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:15 and the last at 21:50. It is possible to travel from London to Orkney by flight for as little as £254.57 or as much as £852.35. The best price for this journey is £254.57.

Lowest Price £254.57
Journey Duration 17 hrs 27 mins
Connection per Day 84
Lowest Price £254.57
Highest Price £852.35
First Departure 06:15
Last Departure 21:50
Distance 528.93 mi
Departure London
Arrival Orkney
Carriers SWISS, Aer Lingus

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Best time to book cheap flight tickets from London to Orkney

The cheapest London - Orkney flight tickets can be found for as low as £41.99 if you’re lucky, or £75.96 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £136.66.

Find the best day to travel to Orkney by plane

When travelling to Orkney by plane, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board SWISS, Aer Lingus and Vipper from London to Orkney
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London to Orkney CO2 Emissions by Flight

Ecology
Train
59.59kg
Bus
63.84kg
Flight
170.25kg
Car
136.2kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flight ticket from London to Orkney?
A flight ticket from London to Orkney is £470.38. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £254.57.
What's the cheapest flight ticket from London to Orkney?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Orkney is £254.57. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Orkney by flight?
London to Orkney is 528.93 mi.
How long does the flight between London and Orkney take?
London to Orkney is on average 17 hrs 27 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 25 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Orkney?
The flight journey from London to Orkney is covered by 8 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: SWISS, Aer Lingus, Vipper, Easyjet, Ryanair, flybe, Loganair, Wideroe and British Airways.
How many flight connections per day go from London to Orkney?
London to Orkney has 84 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first flight from London to Orkney leave?
The earliest flight from London to Orkney departs at 06:15. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last flight from London to Orkney depart?
The latest flight from London to Orkney departs at 21:50. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Orkney in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest flight ticket we have found is £254.57 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Orkney by flight?
The fastest journey time by flight between London and Orkney is 3 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct flight from London to Orkney?
Yes, there is a direct flight between London and Orkney.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Orkney by flight?
The flight journey from London to Orkney creates 170.25kg of CO2 emissions.

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