Distance from Kirkwall Airport to Sumburgh Airport
The distance from Kirkwall Airport to Sumburgh Airport is 152.4 miles (245.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 8 hours and 49 minutes.
For the journey from Kirkwall Airport to Sumburgh Airport, approximately 15.24 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.
Airports near Kirkwall Airport and Sumburgh Airport
Several airports are located near Kirkwall Airport and Sumburgh Airport.
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
Airports near Sumburgh Airport
Important information about the travel route
Sumburgh Airport is the principal airport serving the Shetland Islands, located at the southern tip of Mainland Shetland amid dramatic cliffs and open coastal landscapes. It provides an essential transport link between Shetland and mainland Scotland.
Popular routes from Kirkwall Airport
Frequently searched connections from Kirkwall Airport to other cities.
Popular connections of Kirkwall Airport
| Destination |
Distance
(miles) |
Travel Time
(hours, minutes) |
| Inbhir Nis |
159.3 mi |
4 h, 18 m |
| Elgin |
197.4 mi |
5 h, 11 m |
| Lyness |
22.4 mi |
2 h, 26 m |
| Aberdeen |
174 mi |
6 h, 24 m |
| Edinburgh |
314.7 mi |
7 h, 36 m |
| Kirkwall |
6.2 mi |
14 m |
| Glenrothes |
293.1 mi |
7 h, 7 m |
| Perth |
270.5 mi |
6 h, 39 m |
| Dundee |
294.9 mi |
7 h, 6 m |
| Wick John O'Groats Airport |
54.7 mi |
2 h, 5 m |
Popular routes to Sumburgh Airport
Frequently searched routes to Sumburgh Airport from other cities.
Popular routes to Sumburgh Airport
| Destination |
Distance
(miles) |
Travel Time
(hours, minutes) |
| Kirkwall |
146.3 mi |
8 h, 35 m |
| Basta |
65.3 mi |
2 h, 27 m |
| Elgin |
342.2 mi |
13 h, 38 m |
| Glasgow |
471.3 mi |
16 h, 5 m |
| Glenrothes |
438 mi |
15 h, 34 m |
| Edinburgh |
459.6 mi |
16 h, 3 m |
| Newcastle upon Tyne |
584.2 mi |
18 h, 20 m |
| Inbhir Nis |
304.2 mi |
12 h, 45 m |
| Aberdeen |
310 mi |
14 h, 33 m |
Frequently Asked Questions about the route Kirkwall Airport – Sumburgh Airport
How far is Kirkwall Airport from Sumburgh Airport?
The distance from Kirkwall Airport to Sumburgh Airport is approximately 152.4 miles.
How long does the trip from Kirkwall Airport to Sumburgh Airport take?
The travel time is approximately 8 hours and 49 minutes.
How much fuel is needed for the trip from Kirkwall Airport to Sumburgh Airport?
With a fuel consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles, approximately 15.24 liters are needed for the distance Kirkwall Airport to Sumburgh Airport.