On this page, you can find and book flights for the Belfast — Kirkwall route. This 521 km flight connects two important UK regions, providing a fast link between the cities.
The main operator on this route is LM. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar to find the best deal. The site also provides information on how to get to the departure airport and from the airport to the center of Kirkwall.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Belfast — Kirkwall by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 925 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,193 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Belfast → Kirkwall, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,097 | low | May | AED 1,299 | medium | Sep | AED 1,328 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,097 | low | Jun | AED 1,444 | high | Oct | AED 1,213 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,155 | low | Jul | AED 1,501 | high | Nov | AED 1,068 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,213 | medium | Aug | AED 1,473 | high | Dec | AED 1,155 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Kirkwall is characterized by cool summers and mild but wet winters. The warmest month is August, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest is February (4.7°C). Rainfall peaks in October, reaching up to 143.32 mm.
According to current data, the most favorable time to fly is October, with ticket prices starting AED 970. The most expensive month for travel at the moment is July, when the minimum price starts AED 1,193.
As a compromise between price and weather, consider traveling in August: with flights starting AED 1,013, it remains the warmest month. It is recommended to avoid booking for July if your goal is maximum budget savings.
Regular flights between these cities are operated by Loganair (LM). The list below shows the current schedule for both direct and connecting flights, as well as departure frequencies by day of the week. Click on the carrier's card to review detailed flight conditions and choose the most convenient departure time.
Flights Belfast — Kirkwall depart from Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport and arrive at Kirkwall Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between these locations is 521 km. The estimated travel time for a direct flight is about 1 hour, though the exact duration depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
The main carrier operating regular flights on this route is LM (Loganair).
The availability of non-stop flights depends on the seasonal schedule. You can check for direct flights on specific dates in the schedule block above.
Airfares are dynamic and change based on demand. The current minimum prices for different months are displayed in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Belfast arrive at Kirkwall Airport (KOI), which is the main air gateway to the Orkney Islands.
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