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Cheap flights to Orkney Islands from $173 One Way, $304 Round Trip

$304 return flights and $173 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.

Wed, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 9
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$304 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$304
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 1 from London to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Jul 9, priced at $304 found 5 days ago
Wed, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 9
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$305 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 1 from London to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Jul 9, priced at $305 found 5 days ago
Wed, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 9
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$316 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 1 from London to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Jul 9, priced at $316 found 5 days ago
Wed, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 9
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$321 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$321
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 1 from London to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Jul 9, priced at $321 found 5 days ago
Wed, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 9
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$322 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 1 from London to Kirkwall, returning Thu, Jul 9, priced at $322 found 5 days ago
Sat, Mar 7 - Mon, Mar 16
LHR
London
KOI
Kirkwall
$329 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sat, Mar 7 from London to Kirkwall, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $329 found 5 days ago
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
LAX
Los Angeles
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,043 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,043
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from Los Angeles to Kirkwall, returning Sat, Oct 10, priced at $1,043 found 1 day ago
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
LAX
Los Angeles
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,060 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,060
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 6 from Los Angeles to Kirkwall, returning Sat, Oct 10, priced at $1,060 found 1 day ago
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 17
LAX
Los Angeles
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,112 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$1,112
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Los Angeles to Kirkwall, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $1,112 found 23 hours ago
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 17
LAX
Los Angeles
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,115 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$1,115
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Los Angeles to Kirkwall, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $1,115 found 23 hours ago
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 17
LAX
Los Angeles
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,152 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$1,152
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Los Angeles to Kirkwall, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $1,152 found 23 hours ago
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 17
LAX
Los Angeles
KOI
Kirkwall
$1,155 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$1,155
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Los Angeles to Kirkwall, returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $1,155 found 23 hours 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 cottage in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art Centre are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable accom - great to arrive (very late!) to lights and warmth. Very good facilities, private parking (a little tight) and very convenient for ferry to Scrabster and Stromness main street.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

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Stromness Apartments

Stromness Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Milldam, Cauldhame Road, Orkney Stromness Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Stromness. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art Centre ...
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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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$109 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (226 reviews)
Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

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Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$134 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
$161 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (264 reviews)
The Albert was an excellent place to stay for 3 days while we went around Okkney Islands. Our room was huge and a view of the ocean! The only possible drawback was parking can be a challenge! But doable.

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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The Shore

The Shore

3 out of 5
Shore Street Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$131 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
$157 total
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney Museum ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (173 reviews)
Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great Location. What more could you want.

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Pier Road Burray Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$161 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$194 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Burray. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking

Reviewed on Oct 27, 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 Orphir Scotland
Book a stay at this 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$109 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Kirkwall. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast in our reviews. Popular attractions Highland ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (113 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
$130 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
$156 total
Feb 21 - Feb 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this B&B in Stromness. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art Centre are located ...
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 guesthouse in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney Museum ...
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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Orkney Islands

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How much is a flight to Orkney Islands?
If you're looking at a return flight, airfares ranged between $304 and $1,155 this last week. The cheapest prices for one-way tickets were $173, originating in London (LHR).
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?
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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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