Distance from Lerwick to Sumburgh Airport
The distance from Lerwick to Sumburgh Airport is 25.7 miles (41.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 42 minutes.
For the journey from Lerwick to Sumburgh Airport, approximately 2.57 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 Sumburgh Airport
Several airports are located near Lerwick 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 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 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 |
| 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 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 |
| Kirkwall Airport |
152.4 mi |
8 h, 49 m |
| Aberdeen |
310 mi |
14 h, 33 m |
Frequently Asked Questions about the route Lerwick – Sumburgh Airport
How far is Lerwick from Sumburgh Airport?
The distance from Lerwick to Sumburgh Airport is approximately 25.7 miles.
How long does the trip from Lerwick to Sumburgh Airport take?
The travel time is approximately 42 minutes.
How much fuel is needed for the trip from Lerwick to Sumburgh Airport?
With a fuel consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles, approximately 2.57 liters are needed for the distance Lerwick to Sumburgh Airport.