Distance from Dundee to Lerwick
Route from Dundee to Lerwick
The route via Pitlochry, Inbhir Nis, Wick, Kirkwall.
Airports near Dundee and Lerwick
Several airports are located near Dundee and Lerwick. 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 Dundee
- Dundee Airport 3.2 mi 9 m
- Edinburgh Airport 53.5 mi 1 h, 9 m
- Aberdeen International Airport 70.7 mi 1 h, 23 m
Airports near Lerwick
- Sumburgh Airport 25.7 mi 42 m
- Kirkwall Airport 127.5 mi 8 h, 10 m
Alternative travel by plane from Dundee to Lerwick
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Dundee to Lerwick, 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 Dundee → Lerwick
- Starting point: Dundee
- Arrival at the airport: Dundee Airport
- Distance: 3.2 mi
- Travel time: 9 m
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
- Start: Dundee Airport
- Goal: Sumburgh Airport
- As the crow flies: 244.8 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 25 m
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Lerwick: 25.7 mi
- Travel time: 42 m
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Dundee – Lerwick
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 414.7 mi | 14 h, 53 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 274 mi | 3 h, 35 m |
When is a flight from Dundee to Lerwick 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.