Distance from Lerwick to Kirkwall Airport
The distance from Lerwick to Kirkwall Airport is 127.5 miles (205.2 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 8 hours and 10 minutes.
For the journey from Lerwick to Kirkwall Airport, approximately 12.75 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 Lerwick and Kirkwall Airport
Several airports are located near Lerwick and Kirkwall 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
Important information about the travel route
Kirkwall Airport is the principal airport serving Orkney, providing connections between the mainland and the islands. Located on Mainland Orkney amid open farmland and coastal landscapes, it provides convenient access to Kirkwall, prehistoric monuments and the archipelago's remarkable maritime heritage.
Popular routes from Lerwick
Frequently searched connections from Lerwick to other cities.
Popular connections of Lerwick
| Destination |
Distance
(miles) |
Travel Time
(hours, minutes) |
| Dundee |
414.7 mi |
14 h, 53 m |
| Glasgow |
446.2 mi |
15 h, 24 m |
| Lyness |
138.3 mi |
10 h, 8 m |
| Perth |
390.4 mi |
14 h, 26 m |
| Elgin |
317.2 mi |
12 h, 58 m |
| Aberdeen |
284.9 mi |
13 h, 53 m |
| Sumburgh Airport |
25.7 mi |
42 m |
| Edinburgh |
434.5 mi |
15 h, 22 m |
| Kirkwall |
121.3 mi |
7 h, 55 m |
| Glenrothes |
412.9 mi |
14 h, 54 m |
Popular routes to Kirkwall Airport
Frequently searched routes to Kirkwall Airport from other cities.
Popular routes to Kirkwall Airport
| Destination |
Distance
(miles) |
Travel Time
(hours, minutes) |
| Thurso |
50.8 mi |
1 h, 58 m |
| Elgin |
197.4 mi |
5 h, 11 m |
| Lyness |
22.4 mi |
2 h, 26 m |
| Dundee |
294.9 mi |
7 h, 6 m |
| Wick |
54.8 mi |
2 h, 2 m |
| Inbhir Nis |
159.3 mi |
4 h, 18 m |
| Stromness |
21.4 mi |
37 m |
| Perth |
270.5 mi |
6 h, 39 m |
| Aberdeen |
174 mi |
6 h, 24 m |
| Kirkwall |
6.2 mi |
14 m |
Frequently Asked Questions about the route Lerwick – Kirkwall Airport
How far is Lerwick from Kirkwall Airport?
The distance from Lerwick to Kirkwall Airport is approximately 127.5 miles.
How long does the trip from Lerwick to Kirkwall Airport take?
The travel time is approximately 8 hours and 10 minutes.
How much fuel is needed for the trip from Lerwick to Kirkwall Airport?
With a fuel consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles, approximately 12.75 liters are needed for the distance Lerwick to Kirkwall Airport.