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Cheap flights from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen

The Shetland Islands to Aberdeen route sees more traffic in warmer months, when summer holidays bring families across the North Sea. Loganair Limited operates direct connections between Sumburgh and Dyce airports on this short domestic flight. Check which one your ticket names before you book.

Cheapest monthFebruary
Airlines1
Direct flightsdirect
Distance332 km
Direct flight time *0 h 51 min
Updated 31 Oct 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—16 Nov 2026from $279Search 16 Nov 2026

Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 31 October 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.

Flying back? Aberdeen – Shetland Islands · from $531

Price by month

Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: February — from $152.

MonthPrice fromDate
October 2026from $22831 Oct 2026
November 2026from $27916 Nov 2026
December 2026from $27610 Dec 2026
January 2027from $31627 Jan 2027
February 2027from $15218 Feb 2027
March 2027from $1843 Mar 2027
April 2027from $18813 Apr 2027
May 2027from $36927 May 2027
July 2027from $18313 Jul 2027
August 2027from $1674 Aug 2027

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Airports on this route

Distances are straight-line from the city centre

CityAirportTo centre
Shetland IslandsSumburgh LSI30 km
AberdeenDyce ABZ0 km

Route on the map

Shetland IslandsAberdeen332 km
Shetland Islands – Aberdeen: 332 km in a straight line; United Kingdom is highlighted. Land outlines: Natural Earth.

When to fly

August stands out as the cheapest month for flights from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen, offering better value than peak travel periods. The winter stretch through December and January tends toward higher prices, while spring brings moderate fares again. Weekday departures typically cost less than weekend options on this route. School holidays in the UK often push demand upward, so booking well ahead helps secure lower rates.

Airlines and what to expect

Loganair Limited is the carrier serving Shetland Islands to Aberdeen with direct flights between Sumburgh and Dyce airports. As a regional airline focused on Scottish routes, it includes standard baggage allowances within its fare structure. There are no low-cost alternatives available for this specific connection, making Loganair the sole option for nonstop travel.

Arriving — Aberdeen

Before landing at Aberdeen's Dyce airport, consider how you will reach the city centre from the terminal. The airport sits close to downtown, with bus connections and taxi services running regularly throughout the day and evening. Plan your transport timing around your arrival slot, especially if flying during early morning or late evening hours.

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 Aberdeen
201 k (2016)
Time zone
UTC+00 (Europe/London)

Country facts: Wikidata

Check before you book

  • Verify entry requirements for UK domestic travel before purchasing your ticket.
  • Confirm which Shetland Islands departure airport matches your booking reference.
  • Review baggage allowances included in Loganair Limited's fare class.
  • Check connection timing if combining with onward flights beyond Aberdeen.
  • Compare dated fares across multiple months using the price calendar tool provided.

Frequently asked questions

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

The lowest price in recent searches was found for February 2027 — $152. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.

Shetland Islands – Aberdeen: which airlines fly this route?

Airlines with offers on this route: Loganair Limited.

Shetland Islands – Aberdeen: are there direct flights?

Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.

How long is the flight from Shetland Islands to Aberdeen?

The distance is about 332 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 0 h 51 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.

Which airports serve Shetland Islands – Aberdeen?

Shetland Islands: Sumburgh (LSI). Aberdeen: Dyce (ABZ).

What is the time difference between Shetland Islands and Aberdeen?

Aberdeen is in the same time zone as Shetland Islands.

Shetland Islands — more routes

ToFlightDatePrice from
Glasgowdirect23 Mar 2027from $259
Aberdeendirect16 Nov 2026from $279
Edinburghdirect18 Feb 2027from $356
Londonwith a stop26 Nov 2026from $894

Aberdeen — flights from other cities

FromAirlineFlightDatePrice from
LondonEasyjetdirect27 Nov 2026from $42
WarsawKLM Royal Dutch Airlineswith a stop9 Dec 2026from $155
KrakowKLM Royal Dutch Airlineswith a stop31 Oct 2026from $554

Nearby alternatives

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

RouteDistanceFlightDatePrice from
Shetland Islands → Glasgow197 km from Aberdeendirect23 Mar 2027from $259
Shetland Islands → Edinburgh152 km from Aberdeendirect18 Feb 2027from $356
Kirkwall → Aberdeen165 km from Shetland Islandsdirect1 Nov 2026from $380
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