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Cheap flights to Orkney Islands from $181 One Way, $368 Round Trip

$368 return flights and $181 one-way flights to Orkney Islands were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$368 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$368
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $368 found 2 days ago
Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$444 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$444
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $444 found 2 days ago
Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$453 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$453
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $453 found 2 days ago
Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$454 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$454
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $454 found 2 days ago
Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$463 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $463 found 2 days ago
Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$483 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$483
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $483 found 2 days ago
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 28
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$493 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$493
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $493 found 1 day ago
Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$501 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$501
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $501 found 2 days ago
Fri, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 1
INV
Inverness
KOI
Kirkwall
$511 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$511
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Nov 28 from Inverness to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Dec 1, priced at $511 found 2 days ago

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Our Top Orkney Islands Apartment Hotels

Harbour Cottage

Harbour Cottage

3.5 out of 5
Ferry Road, Stromness, Scotland
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art Centre are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"This was a pleasant cottage with parking in front. It was nicely decorated and beds were very comfortable.It was five minutes from a co-op food shop which opens seven days a week 7 am to 10 pm. Almost opposite the bus station and a two minute walk to the ferry. Bike hire is available in Stromness. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2025

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Stromness Apartments

Stromness Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Milldam, Cauldhame Road, Orkney, Stromness, Scotland
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Stromness. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Rural but walk to city
"Fantastic location, farmland but walking distance to town. Home-like."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$85 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$102 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (212 reviews)
"Great service for late check in from the ferry. Really helpful staff. Good room and amenities. Handy to everything"

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

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Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$162 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (263 reviews)
"Great hotel with good food and pub full of atmosphere"

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

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The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead, Stromness, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this hotel in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (81 reviews)
"The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

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The Shore

The Shore

3 out of 5
Shore Street, Kirkwall, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$128 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$154 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (172 reviews)
"nice area very efficient checkin/checkout"

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Orkney Islands

Orkneylodge
Great for families

Orkneylodge

4 out of 5
Houton Bay, Orkney Isles, Orphir, Scotland
Stay at this 4-star beach guesthouse in Orphir. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkneyinga Saga Centre and ...

Families like: Playground, close to beach, bicycle rentals nearby, games and toys

Good B&B, clean and friendly.
"Very welcoming and friendly manager / staff. Clean rooms and very comfortable bed and chairs. Shower was poor (luke warm water which could not be adjusted with poor water flow). Breakfast was acceptable (cereal, toast, boiled egg - not full English). Beautiful outlook across to Hoy with small ferry ..."

Reviewed on May 15, 2018

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Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House

3 out of 5
Inganess Road, Kirkwall, Scotland
$92 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$111 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Kirkwall. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
"Room was lovely and very clean. Breakfast was fabulous too. Owners are very friendly and helpful. Would recommend and we'd stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

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Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Lindisfarne, Stromness, Scotland
$138 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$166 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Stromness. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art Centre are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
"Welcoming, helpful, friendly and sharing. Well kept house with comfortable lodging and easily accessible with transportation."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

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St Ola Hotel

St Ola Hotel

3 out of 5
Harbour Street, Kirkwall, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney ...
Great location
"Very close to ferry’s and bars and restaurants"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2023

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight to Orkney Islands?
If you're looking at a return flight, airfares ranged between $368 and $511 this last week. The cheapest prices for one-way tickets were $181, originating in Inverness (INV).
How to book the cheapest flight to Orkney Islands?
With some of the most competitive flight deals around, you can jet for less with Orbitz. The following tips and hints will help you pick up cheap flights to Orkney Islands — and leave you with more cash to splash:

  • Depending on where you're taking off from, select the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival options). At times, other departure points work out cheaper.
  • If you're flexible with your schedule, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link. You'll see the flight deals for the days either side of your selected departure. Fares often vary depending on what day it is.
  • You can also use the 'Show options' link to filter results for your preferred carrier, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even pick the time of day you'd like to fly.
  • If you've sorted your travel dates, book your flight. Ticket prices usually climb as the departure date nears.
  • Consider combining your hotels, flights and car rentals into an Orbitz package deal — the more you book, the more you save.
  • If possible, avoid traveling in peak seasons. Airfares are often at their most expensive during school breaks, summer and around other vacation times like Easter and Christmas.

How long is a flight to Orkney Islands?
How long you'll be in the air will depend on many factors, including the location you take off from. We've compiled a list of flight times for three of the most sought-after domestic routes to Orkney Islands:

  • Aberdeen (ABZ) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 55 minutes
  • Edinburgh (EDI) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 1 hour and 15 minutes
  • Glasgow (GLA-Glasgow Intl.) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI) - 1 hour and 15 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Orkney Islands?
Generally speaking, January is the best month to purchase your plane ticket. This is followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while you browse for a cheap flight to Orkney Islands.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Orkney Islands?
Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Generally, these are the cheapest days to purchase tickets to Orkney Islands. The getaway of your dreams starts with an impressive flight deal!
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Orkney Islands?
According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to start your vacation on a Monday to get cheap flights to Orkney Islands. Next most affordable day? Tuesday. Saturday is the most expensive. So, consider leaving early in the week if you want to book a wallet-friendly fare without paying premium prices.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Orkney Islands?
To pick up cheap flights to Orkney Islands, you should take off in August. If saving money on your plane ticket is your number one priority, Orbitz data has found that this is generally an excellent month to jet off. June is when fares are at their peak.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Orbitz makes it a cinch to find airlines that offer flexibility. Simply choose "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your Orkney Islands flights and bada bing! You'll see options that include free cancellation, no change fees and of course, an amazing low price.
What do I need for the flight to Orkney Islands?
It's always good to be prepared for anything when traveling. Keep in mind the following tips for a smooth, stress-free journey:

  • Nothing is more important than your travel documents. Which to bring and how many depend on whether you're traveling international or domestic. Be sure to check with your airline. In both cases, you'll need to present photo identification.
  • If you're flying directly to Orkney Islands, it's likely you're going to be airborne for quite a while. Bring some snacks and entertainment to keep you busy. Now is a fantastic time to get stuck into that book you've been eager to read!
  • Temperatures in the cabin can quickly change, so it's wise to bring an extra layer. Also consider wearing compression socks. They can help prevent swelling and blood clots.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Orkney Islands?
Savvy travelers have a way of finding first or business-class airfares to Orkney Islands that don't cost an arm and a leg. Follow in their footsteps with these useful hints:

  • Flexibility isn't just for the gym. Avoid locking in your travel dates so you can snap up cheaper airfares when a big sale drops.
  • A lot of low-cost airlines nowadays have outstanding business or premium-class seating without the pricey fees.
  • Make a bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a loyalty scheme.

What is the best time to go to Orkney Islands?
There's no right or wrong time to go to Orkney Islands, but February, April and May are the most popular months. As with most places in the Northern Hemisphere, summer begins June 20. If you'd prefer to get around in a T-shirt than a big winter jacket, this time of the year may be ideal for you. Expect average daily highs of 55 ºF and nighttime lows around 55 ºF.

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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

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