Fly private between Glasgow and Sumburgh from US$8,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Glasgow (GLA) to Sumburgh (LWK) and Sumburgh to Glasgow — timed and priced alike.
Glasgow and Sumburgh lie approximately 516 km apart (320 mi / 278 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Glasgow–Sumburgh spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 04m | 58 min – 1h 10m | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | £8,700 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 22m | 1h 14m – 1h 30m | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 04m | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 03m | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 01m | £9,100 – £13,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 01m | £8,700 – £12,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 00m | £9,500 – £13,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 58 min | £10,000 – £15,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 22m | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 18m | £7,100 – £9,500 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Glasgow–Sumburgh quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Glasgow, United Kingdom: Glasgow Airport, Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Edinburgh Airport.
Sumburgh, United Kingdom: Lerwick / Tingwall Airport.
| Glasgow Airport | Lerwick / Tingwall Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGPF / GLA | EGET / LWK |
| Longest hard runway | 8,730 ft | 5,787 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 26 ft | 43 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 35 km |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Glasgow Prestwick Airport (9,800 ft, 42 km) · Edinburgh Airport (8,392 ft, 67 km) · Cumbernauld Airport (2,690 ft, 31 km) · Strathaven Airfield · Sumburgh Airport (4,915 ft, 0 km) · Fair Isle Airport · Foula Airfield
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Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Glasgow and Sumburgh is built around your itinerary.
The 1h 04m airborne is uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
The Glasgow to Sumburgh route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 04m in the air over 516 km (320 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Glasgow–Sumburgh departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Glasgow–Sumburgh charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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