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Cheap flights to Orkney Islands from $148 One Way, $291 Round Trip

$291 return flights and $148 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.

Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 7
ABZ
Aberdeen
KOI
Kirkwall
$291 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$291
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $291 found 13 hours ago
Sun, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 3
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$317 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$317
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from London to Kirkwall, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $317 found 5 days ago
Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 7
ABZ
Aberdeen
KOI
Kirkwall
$331 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$331
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $331 found 13 hours ago
Mon, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 1
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$356 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$356
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Jun 23 from London to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Jul 1, priced at $356 found 5 days ago
Mon, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 1
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$360 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$360
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Jun 23 from London to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Jul 1, priced at $360 found 5 days ago
Sun, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 3
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$373 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$373
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from London to Kirkwall, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $373 found 5 days ago
Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 1
ORD
Chicago
KOI
Kirkwall
$871 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$871
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Chicago to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $871 found 5 days ago
Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 1
ORD
Chicago
KOI
Kirkwall
$874 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$874
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Chicago to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $874 found 5 days ago
Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 1
ORD
Chicago
KOI
Kirkwall
$878 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$878
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Chicago to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $878 found 5 days ago
Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 1
ORD
Chicago
KOI
Kirkwall
$890 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$890
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Chicago to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $890 found 5 days ago
Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 9
ORD
Chicago
KOI
Kirkwall
$913 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$913
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Chicago to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $913 found 5 days ago
Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 9
ORD
Chicago
KOI
Kirkwall
$923 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$923
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Chicago to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $923 found 5 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! (12 reviews)
"We loved the cottage. It was perfect in every way and David was a great host, even helping us with our bags from the ferry."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2024

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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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
"Very friendly people about and such a lovely spot"

Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025

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Stromness Apartments
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
The price is $219 per night from May 9 to May 10
$219
includes taxes & fees
$182 per night
May 9 - May 10
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! (167 reviews)
"Only problem is that the toilet in our room was poor at flushing. That was a bit unfortunate. The lounge area, the staff, the food was absolutely great. Such lovely people."

Reviewed on May 3, 2025

The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $237 per night from May 9 to May 10
$237
includes taxes & fees
$197 per night
May 9 - May 10
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! (226 reviews)
Would definitely stay again
"I arrived late for checkin-in but everything was left out for me so it was super quick and easy to get into my room after a long journey, which was great! Room was clean and in a really good condition. Bed was very comfortable. The shower was amazing! Very powerful and hot."

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

Albert Hotel
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead, Stromness, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $186 per night from May 19 to May 20
$186
includes taxes & fees
$155 per night
May 19 - May 20
Stay at this hotel in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Piers Art Centre and ...
6.6/10 (59 reviews)
"Just would have preferred a bar facility but was fine with that also thanks"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2024

The Stromness Hotel
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Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel

3 out of 5
Back Road, South Ronaldsay, Scotland
The price is $239 per night from May 28 to May 29
$239
includes taxes & fees
$199 per night
May 28 - May 29
Stay at this 3-star inn in South Ronaldsay. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Hoxa Tapestry Gallery and Sand of Wright are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (129 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, fantastic seafood."

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

Murray Arms Hotel
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

3 out of 5
Houton Bay, Orkney Isles, Orphir, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Orphir. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkneyinga Saga Centre and Stromness ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $183 per night from May 9 to May 10
$183
includes taxes & fees
$153 per night
May 9 - May 10
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! (98 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at Karrawa Guest House! The host was warm and welcoming, answered any questions we had as newcomers to Scotland, and the breakfast service was incredible. Our room was cozy but spacious and the attention to detail made our stay feel luxurious while being functional with ..."

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2025

Karrawa Guest House
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Lindisfarne, Stromness, Scotland
The price is $165 per night from May 17 to May 18
$165
includes taxes & fees
$137 per night
May 17 - May 18
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! (60 reviews)
"Loved the proximity to the Ferry. Loved our host! She went above and beyond leaving food for us for our very early departure time"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 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 St. Magnus ...
7.6/10 Good! (72 reviews)
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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Chevrolet Spark or similar
  • 4 people
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Compact

Ford Focus or similar
  • 4 people
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  • 5 people
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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 $291 and $923 this last week. The cheapest prices for one-way tickets were $148, originating in Aberdeen (ABZ).
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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