Cheap Flights from London Stansted (STN) to Orkney Kirkwall (KOI)

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Flight deals from London Stansted Airport to Orkney Kirkwall Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Stansted Airport to Orkney Kirkwall Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £338. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Orkney Kirkwall

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Stansted to Orkney Kirkwall flights are currently cheapest in May.

London Stansted to Orkney Kirkwall: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Stansted to Kirkwall below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Orkney Kirkwall.

London to Kirkwall: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£330
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from London Stansted to Orkney Kirkwall: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Stansted to Orkney Kirkwall is £330. 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 Stansted to Orkney Kirkwall. But we found flights with one or more stops from £330.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from London Stansted to Orkney Kirkwall.
The cheapest month to fly from London Stansted to Orkney Kirkwall is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Stansted Airport to Orkney Kirkwall Airport on Wednesday, 6 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Stansted Airport and Orkney Kirkwall Airport. 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 Orkney Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Orkney Kirkwall.

Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI): what you need to know

  • Leave enough time to catch your STN to KOI flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to explore a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Stansted Airport to Kirkwall Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Glasgow International Airport is a sought-after stop between STN and KOI.

How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

  • Currently, £161 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Kirkwall Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £330. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from STN to KOI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • Getting cheap flights from Stansted Airport to Kirkwall Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from STN to KOI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Kirkwall Airport.

Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, data shows 64.73% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Stansted Airport is around 40 miles from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near STN? If you're boarding an early flight from Stansted Airport to Kirkwall Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

Getting from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to central Kirkwall

  • Kirkwall Airport to the centre of Kirkwall has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 4 miles away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Kirkwall Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Kirkwall. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • When reserving your flight from Stansted Airport to Kirkwall Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Kirkwall, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).

  • February sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to KOI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Kirkwall has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 220 miles south of Kirkwall, a visit to Glasgow will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Edinburgh, roughly 210 miles south of Kirkwall. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are key reasons to visit.

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