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Sumburgh.ج.م.‏ 8,996 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Sumburgh Shetland.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 8,996, select.
Sumburgh.ج.م.‏ 9,001 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Sumburgh Shetland.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,001, select.
Sumburgh.ج.م.‏ 9,086 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Sumburgh Shetland.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,086, select.
Sumburgh.ج.م.‏ 9,110 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Sumburgh Shetland.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,110, select.
Sumburgh.ج.م.‏ 12,465 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Sumburgh Shetland.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 12,465, select.
Sumburgh.ج.م.‏ 15,811 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Sumburgh Shetland.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 15,811, select.

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London to Sumburgh: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 8,996
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Sumburgh: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Sumburgh: Sumburgh Shetland, Sumburgh Lerwick / Tingwall, Foula, and North Ronaldsay.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Sumburgh is ج.م.‏ 16,312. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Heathrow to Sumburgh. But we found flights with one or more stops from ج.م.‏ 16,312.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from London Heathrow to Sumburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Sumburgh is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Sumburgh is Sumburgh Shetland – which is 1.3 km away from the centre of Sumburgh. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 16,312.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Sumburgh on Friday, 7 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Heathrow Airport and Sumburgh. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sumburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sumburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. August is typically the warmest month in Sumburgh, when it usually averages around 13°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sumburgh.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sumburgh: what you need to know

  • Sumburgh and London (where London Heathrow Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Leave enough time to catch your LHR to Sumburgh flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.

  • Booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sumburgh? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LHR:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Sumburgh

  • ج.م.‏ 8,977 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Sumburgh flight. Return flight tickets start from ج.م.‏ 16,312. These prices can change based on demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from LHR to Sumburgh, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Sumburgh across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

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  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sumburgh by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Sumburgh

Sumburgh Airport (LSI)

  • The distance from Sumburgh Airport (LSI) to central Sumburgh is roughly 2 kilometres. It'll take you about 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 25 minutes.

  • Jump off your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sumburgh and be in your hotel bed soon after. If you want a comfortable option that's not too far from LSI, stay at The Spiggie Hotel.

  • Venture beyond Sumburgh and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can book a Sumburgh Airport rental car from providers like Avis or Europcar.

  • Increase the odds of scoring the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Sumburgh Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from LHR to Sumburgh is a wise move.

Best time to go to Sumburgh

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Sumburgh. The city buzzes during peak season, but prices are usually higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Sumburgh in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Before booking a London Heathrow Airport to Sumburgh flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Sumburgh, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 15ºC.

  • February has average temperatures of between 3ºC and 8ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LHR to Sumburgh around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Sumburgh

  • Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement and Sumburgh Head Lighthouse are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Sumburgh must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sumburgh Head Lighthouse, Visitor Centre and Nature Reserve (Open April to October)..

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Sumburgh is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 483 kilometres south-west of Sumburgh, a visit to Glasgow will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

  • Around 451 kilometres south of Sumburgh, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.

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