Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI): what you need to know
A direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport takes on average 1 hour 25 minutes. Sumburgh's timezone is UTC+0 — identical to Edinburgh.
For the first departure, jump on the 06:50 flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport. If you'd like to jet off later, the last flight is at 19:15. With 9 weekly flights from EDI to LSI, you can select the one that best suits you.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Finding a convenient stopover on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport is simple with our search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to view your options. Kirkwall Airport is a popular stopover when journeying from EDI to LSI.
After booking your cheap ticket from EDI to LSI, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're travelling within United Kingdom. As long as you have some other identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport is $317. The cheapest price for a return flight is $611. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on flight tickets from EDI to LSI, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from EDI to LSI. You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll tell you the moment there's a change in price.
Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near EDI. Whether you're on an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
Get off your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a convenient option that's not too far from LSI, consider The Spiggie Hotel.
Getting from Sumburgh Airport (LSI) to central Sumburgh
From Sumburgh Airport, Sumburgh is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 4 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Sumburgh in May.
The warmest month in Sumburgh is August, with the temperature ranging between 10 ºC and 15 ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Sumburgh Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for flight tickets from EDI to LSI in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3 ºC and 8 ºC on average.
More about Sumburgh
After you've booked your flight from EDI to LSI, snapping up the perfect stay in Sumburgh will be top of your list. The Spiggie Hotel is an excellent choice.
Don't leave Sumburgh without discovering its major attractions. Sumburgh Head Lighthouse should rank high on your to-do list.
Complete your Sumburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Sumburgh Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Sumburgh stay.