Distance from Sumburgh Airport to Kirkwall Airport
The distance from Sumburgh Airport to Kirkwall Airport is 152.4 miles (245.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 8 hours and 49 minutes.
For the journey from Sumburgh Airport to Kirkwall Airport, approximately 15.24 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 Sumburgh Airport and Kirkwall Airport
Several airports are located near Sumburgh Airport 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 Sumburgh 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 Sumburgh Airport
Frequently searched connections from Sumburgh Airport to other cities.
Popular connections of Sumburgh Airport
| Destination |
Distance
(miles) |
Travel Time
(hours, minutes) |
| Kirkwall |
146.3 mi |
8 h, 35 m |
| Glasgow |
471.3 mi |
16 h, 5 m |
| Lyness |
163.2 mi |
10 h, 48 m |
| Dundee |
439.8 mi |
15 h, 33 m |
| Inbhir Nis |
304.2 mi |
12 h, 45 m |
| Stromness |
158.2 mi |
8 h, 52 m |
| Perth |
415.3 mi |
15 h, 6 m |
| Edinburgh |
459.6 mi |
16 h, 3 m |
| Lerwick |
25.7 mi |
42 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 Sumburgh Airport – Kirkwall Airport
How far is Sumburgh Airport from Kirkwall Airport?
The distance from Sumburgh Airport to Kirkwall Airport is approximately 152.4 miles.
How long does the trip from Sumburgh Airport to Kirkwall Airport take?
The travel time is approximately 8 hours and 49 minutes.
How much fuel is needed for the trip from Sumburgh Airport to Kirkwall Airport?
With a fuel consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles, approximately 15.24 liters are needed for the distance Sumburgh Airport to Kirkwall Airport.