Kirkwall Airport
Distance from Kirkwall Airport to Glenrothes
The distance from Kirkwall Airport to Glenrothes is 293.1 miles (471.7 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 7 hours and 7 minutes.
For the journey from Kirkwall Airport to Glenrothes, approximately 29.31 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.
Route from Kirkwall Airport to Glenrothes
The route via Wick, Tain, Inbhir Nis, Aviemore, Pitlochry.
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54.8 mi · 2 h, 2 m
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Wick
69.5 mi · 1 h, 35 m
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Tain
33.4 mi · 44 m
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Inbhir Nis
31.3 mi · 44 m
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Aviemore
55.8 mi · 1 h, 11 m
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Pitlochry
49 mi · 1 h, 8 m
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Glenrothes
Airports near Kirkwall Airport and Glenrothes
Several airports are located near Kirkwall Airport and Glenrothes. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Kirkwall Airport
- Wick John O'Groats Airport 54.7 mi 2 h, 4 m
- Sumburgh Airport 152.4 mi 8 h, 49 m
Airports near Glenrothes
- Dundee Airport 27.3 mi 41 m
- Edinburgh Airport 30.8 mi 39 m
- Glasgow Airport 75.9 mi 1 h, 28 m
Alternative travel by plane from Kirkwall Airport to Glenrothes
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Kirkwall Airport to Glenrothes, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Kirkwall Airport → Glenrothes
Kirkwall Airport
- Starting point: Kirkwall Airport
- Arrival at the airport: Sumburgh Airport
- Distance: 152.4 mi
- Travel time: 8 h, 49 m
Sumburgh Airport
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
Possible flight route
- Start: Sumburgh Airport
- Goal: Dundee Airport
- As the crow flies: 244.8 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 25 m
Destination airport
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Glenrothes: 27.3 mi
- Travel time: 41 m
Glenrothes
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Kirkwall Airport – Glenrothes
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
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| Car / Road route | 293.1 mi | 7 h, 7 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 425 mi | 12 h, 10 m |
When is a flight from Kirkwall Airport to Glenrothes worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.