Sumburgh Airport is located at the southern tip of Shetland.
Gateway to a wild landscape of cliffs and seabird colonies, halfway between Scotland and Norway.
How to get to Sumburgh Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to LSI
Parking near Sumburgh Airport
The parking facility adjacent to the terminal has very reasonable rates, often free of charge.
How to get to Lerwick from LSI
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Sumburgh Airport
Car rental companies available are limited, given the airport's small scale; useful for independently exploring the archipelago.
Hotels near Sumburgh Airport
Historic centre and harbour
From Sumburgh airport, about 40 minutes on the scheduled bus or 30-40 minutes by pre-booked taxi.
Best for: Those wanting the harbour and Commercial Street a stone's throw away, with a proper hotel with restaurant if not looking for a B&B.
- A few minutes' walk from Commercial Street and the museum
- The Shetland Hotel is opposite the ferry terminal for Aberdeen
- No direct service from the airport, a bus or taxi is always needed
- At weekends the harbour can be noisy in the evening
Recommended hotels
Clairmont Place
From Sumburgh airport, about 40 minutes on the scheduled bus or 30-40 minutes by pre-booked taxi.
Best for: Those seeking a quiet B&B a few minutes from the centre, with breakfast freshly cooked.
- A slight uphill from the harbour, quieter at night
- A few minutes' walk from the seafront and the shops in the centre
- Uphill from the centre, worth bearing in mind with luggage
- Few places for dinner in the immediate vicinity
Recommended hotels
King Harald Street
From Sumburgh airport, about 40 minutes on the scheduled bus or 30-40 minutes by pre-booked taxi.
Best for: Those preferring the south side of town, towards Bain's Beach, a bit more secluded from the main harbour.
- 500 metres from Bain's Beach, the greener side of town
- Garden with sea view, quieter than the harbour
- A few extra minutes on foot to reach Commercial Street
- Residential area, few places open in the evening
Recommended hotels
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal, of compact dimensions, handles flights to the rest of Scotland.
It's recommended to arrive with 1 hour buffer time for flights.
Map of Sumburgh Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How much does the bus from Sumburgh Airport to Lerwick cost?
The fare has been capped at £2 since 30 January, thanks to a 12-month pilot scheme by the Scottish Government.
Q. How long does the bus journey to Lerwick take?
About 52 minutes, with hourly services on the 6 South Mainland route.
Q. Is Shetland closer to Norway than to mainland Scotland?
Geographically it's roughly halfway between the two, with a strong Scandinavian cultural influence in the archipelago's history.
Q. Are there trains in Shetland?
No, the archipelago has no railway connections.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
