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Cheap flights from Manchester to Shetland Islands

Loganair Limited flies direct from Manchester International to Sumburgh in the Shetland Islands. Cheap flights from Manchester to Shetland Islands are listed for several winter and spring months, so compare dated fares before you book. The route suits island stays, family visits and work travel, and the single listed carrier means you should check what the fare includes. Book around school holidays and Christmas with extra care, since those periods can change both price and availability.

Cheapest monthDecember
Airlines1
Direct flightsdirect
Distance743 km
Direct flight time *1 h 21 min
Updated 13 Nov 2026

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Prices found on this route

Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com

AirlineFlightRatingDatePrice fromSearch
Loganair LimitedLoganair LimitedLMdirect—11 Dec 2026from $228Search 11 Dec 2026

Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 13 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.

Price by month

Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: December — from $228.

MonthPrice fromDate
November 2026from $28613 Nov 2026
December 2026from $22811 Dec 2026
January 2027from $41412 Jan 2027
February 2027from $42626 Feb 2027
March 2027from $34916 Mar 2027
April 2027from $37626 Apr 2027

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Airports on this route

Distances are straight-line from the city centre

CityAirportTo centre
ManchesterManchester International MAN14 km
Shetland IslandsSumburgh LSI30 km

Route on the map

ManchesterShetland Islands743 km
Manchester – Shetland Islands: 743 km in a straight line; United Kingdom is highlighted. Land outlines: Natural Earth.

When to fly

School holidays and Christmas can lift demand on UK routes, while the islands' summer draws its own visitors. December is the cheapest month named for this route, with November, January, February, March and April also carrying prices. If your dates are flexible, compare those months and avoid peak holiday weeks when choice may be reduced. Availability can differ between weekdays and weekends, so check the calendar before you decide.

Airlines and what to expect

No connecting route is listed for this page: Loganair Limited operates direct flights between Manchester International and Sumburgh. That removes a transfer, but it also means you are relying on one carrier's schedule. The facts do not say whether Loganair Limited is low-cost or full-service, or what its fare includes, so check baggage, seats, changes and any regional fare rules before booking. If you need another airline or a connection, compare separate tickets carefully, because a missed link is your risk.

Arriving — Shetland Islands

Sumburgh is the airport you land at for the Shetland Islands. It is not a large hub, so check bus, taxi or car-hire links to your accommodation before you travel. Watch for limited onward connections and possible weather disruption, and keep your booking details ready. Recheck transport and flight status on the day of travel.

Before you go: United Kingdom

Currency
GBP (£)
Power sockets
Type G · 230 V
Language
English
Emergency number
112, 999
Calling code
+44
Internet domain
.uk
Population of Shetland Islands
23 k (2012)
Time zone
UTC+00 (Europe/London)

Country facts: Wikidata

Check before you book

  • Check what Loganair Limited includes in the fare and what costs extra, such as baggage, seats and changes.
  • Confirm that Manchester International is the departure airport listed, because people often use Manchester airport as a general term.
  • Check December dates first if you want the lowest priced month, then compare November, January, February, March and April.
  • Check the days around school holidays and Christmas, since demand can affect both price and availability.
  • If you are continuing to another island or village, check onward transport before you book the flight.
  • Check document and entry rules for your nationality before departure.

Frequently asked questions

Manchester – Shetland Islands: when is it cheapest to fly?

The lowest price in recent searches was found for December 2026 — $228. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.

Manchester – Shetland Islands: which airlines fly this route?

Airlines with offers on this route: Loganair Limited.

Manchester – Shetland Islands: are there direct flights?

Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.

How long is the flight from Manchester to Shetland Islands?

The distance is about 743 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 21 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.

Which airports serve Manchester – Shetland Islands?

Manchester: Manchester International (MAN). Shetland Islands: Sumburgh (LSI).

What is the time difference between Manchester and Shetland Islands?

Shetland Islands is in the same time zone as Manchester.

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Manchester: flights from the city

Shetland Islands — flights from other cities

FromFlightDatePrice from
Manchesterdirect11 Dec 2026from $228
Edinburghdirect17 Aug 2027from $276
Aberdeendirect25 Nov 2026from $363
Glasgowdirect21 Nov 2026from $445
Londonwith a stop23 Nov 2026from $705

Shetland Islands: flights to the city

Nearby alternatives

Airports within reach of Manchester / Shetland Islands that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper

RouteDistanceFlightDatePrice from
Manchester → Kirkwall165 km from Shetland Islandsdirect18 Dec 2026from $382

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