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Kirkwall

Kirkwall

Cheap flights to Orkney Islands from $129 One Way, $255 Round Trip

$255 return flights and $129 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, Jun 14 - Wed, Jun 19
ABZ
Aberdeen
KOI
Kirkwall
$255 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Fri, Jun 14 from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Jun 19, priced at $255 found 2 days ago
Thu, Jul 4 - Wed, Jul 10
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$270 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$270
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jul 4 from London to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Jul 10, priced at $270 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jun 13 - Wed, Jun 19
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$277 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Jun 13 from London to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Jun 19, priced at $277 found 4 days ago
Thu, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 20
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$278 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 19 from London to Kirkwall, returning Fri, Sep 20, priced at $278 found 5 days ago
Thu, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 20
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$281 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$281
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 19 from London to Kirkwall, returning Fri, Sep 20, priced at $281 found 5 days ago
Fri, Jun 14 - Wed, Jun 19
ABZ
Aberdeen
KOI
Kirkwall
$287 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Loganair flight, departing Fri, Jun 14 from Aberdeen to Kirkwall, returning Wed, Jun 19, priced at $287 found 2 days ago
Tue, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,145 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,145
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 27, priced at $1,145 found 4 days ago
Tue, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,147 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,147
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 27, priced at $1,147 found 4 days ago
Tue, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,148 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,148
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 27, priced at $1,148 found 4 days ago
Tue, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,150 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,150
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 27, priced at $1,150 found 4 days ago
Tue, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,153 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,153
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 27, priced at $1,153 found 4 days ago
Tue, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 27
SFO
San Francisco
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,154 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$1,154
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Kirkwall, returning Tue, Aug 27, priced at $1,154 found 4 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
GLAKirkwallMay 24 to May 27$580
LHRKirkwallMay 24 to May 31$587
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

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! (9 reviews)
Lovely stay in Stromness at Harbor Cottage
"We had a lovely stay at Harbor Cottage. On the harbor just off the ferry exit. Communication was great & we accessed the cottage easily. Everything was clean & comfy. Even had Sky TV which can be rare. Kitchen had most everything you could need. Only issue was the slats on both beds kept ..."

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2024

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Harbour Cottage
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"Perfect location and facilities"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2023

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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 $147 per night from Jun 3 to Jun 4
$147
per night
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (99 reviews)
"Room was perfect. View from the room looking over the harbour. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The food was amazing and the portions were large. No skimping on anything. Breakfast was really good and no pressure to rush. Will definitely recommend and return to this hotel if we can come back ..."

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

The Ayre 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 $152 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$152
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this hotel in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Piers Art Centre and Stromness Ferry Terminal are located nearby.
7.2/10 Good! (42 reviews)
"Hotel felt a it needs some work here and there. However the room was comfortable and the staff was friendly. Breakfast was delicious!"

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

The Stromness Hotel
The Shore

The Shore

3 out of 5
Shore Street, Kirkwall, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $169 per night from May 18 to May 19
$169
per night
May 18 - May 19
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and St. Magnus ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (124 reviews)
Two night stay May 24
"Were shown to our room, which is in an annexe to Kirkwall Hotel. Room was very spacious with comfy chairs overlooking Kirkwall Harbour. Comfortable bed also. Overall would recommend The Shore. Only downside for us was that the blinds in the window were a poor fit & let in a lot of light, but then ..."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

The Shore
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Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $188 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
$188
per night
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and St. Magnus ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (201 reviews)
Wonderful stay!
"Great visit to Kirkwall! The Albert hotel was fantastic! It is an older property decorated very nicely! Our room was upgraded to a larger room because there were 2of us! The meal we had in the restaurant was the best we had in our visit to the Orkney’s. The staff was so accommodating and helpful. ..."

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

Albert 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, indoor tennis courts, bicycle rentals nearby

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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Orkneylodge
Karrawa Guest House
Great for families

Karrawa Guest House

3 out of 5
Inganess Road, Kirkwall, Scotland
The price is $138 per night from May 22 to May 23
$138
per night
May 22 - May 23
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Kirkwall. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Highland Park Distillery and Earl's Palace ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)

Families like: Close to beach, bicycle rentals, extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family

Travelers say...
"We highly recommend the Karrawa Guest House. It was very clean and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent every day. The host went above and beyond to ensure a fantastic stay. Definitely the best we’ve stayed at."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Karrawa Guest House
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Great for families

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Lindisfarne, Stromness, Scotland
The price is $109 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
$109
per night
Jun 6 - Jun 7
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)

Families like: Extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family

Travelers say...
"Deborah the host was so friendly and welcoming and made our stay really pleasant with freshly prepared breakfast daily. Would highly recommend this B&B but you do need a car to get around."

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2024

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
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St Ola Hotel
Great for families

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)

Families like: Close to beach, extra beds/cribs, laundry

Great location
"Very close to ferry’s and bars and restaurants"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2023

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St Ola 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.

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  • 4 people
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  • 4 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 $255 and $1,154 this last week. The cheapest prices for one-way tickets were $129, originating in Aberdeen (ABZ).
How to book the cheapest flight to Orkney Islands?
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  • 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.
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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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