On this page, you can find and buy flights from the Shetland Islands to Inverness. The 361 km flight is operated with low frequency—approximately one flight per week—so we recommend planning your trip in advance.
The primary carrier on this route is Loganair (LM). Ticket prices are dynamic; to find the best deals, use the low-fare calendar and check information on how to get to the departure airport and travel from the terminal to your destination.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Shetland — Inverness by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,267 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,267 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.
Shetland → Inverness, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 756 | low | May | AED 874 | medium | Sep | AED 850 | medium |
| Feb | AED 779 | low | Jun | AED 945 | high | Oct | AED 827 | medium |
| Mar | AED 803 | medium | Jul | AED 992 | high | Nov | AED 779 | low |
| Apr | AED 827 | medium | Aug | AED 968 | high | Dec | AED 921 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Inverness is July, with maximum temperatures reaching 17.2°C. The coldest and wettest period falls in January and February, while precipitation peaks in October, with up to 20 wet days per month.
Due to a lack of current data on minimum fares in the system, we recommend considering general seasonality. The cost of a flight from the Shetland Islands typically increases during national holidays and summer vacations, so it is worth using the price chart on this page to find great deals.
June is considered the optimal time to fly, as the weather is stable with moderate rainfall. We recommend avoiding travel in December and January due to the risk of flight cancellations caused by weather conditions and high humidity during the coldest months.
Direct service on this route is provided by a single airline—Loganair (LM). This carrier is the primary operator for this destination, running about one scheduled flight per week. Detailed information regarding departure times, days of the week, and potential schedule changes can be found in the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Shetland — Inverness depart from Sumburgh Airport and arrive at Inverness Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the locations is 361 km. Including takeoff and landing time, a direct flight on a regional aircraft takes approximately 50–60 minutes.
Regular flights between the Shetland Islands and Inverness are operated by Loganair (LM).
Yes, there are direct flights available on this route; however, they operate with low frequency—averaging once a week.
Flights from the Shetland Islands arrive at Inverness Airport (INV), the city's only international airport.
The most affordable fares are usually available when booking 1–2 months before your trip. You can check current prices for specific dates in the low-fare calendar on this page.
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