Fly private between Aberdeen and Sumburgh from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Aberdeen (ABZ) to Sumburgh (LWK) and Sumburgh to Aberdeen — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Aberdeen to Sumburgh is roughly 337 kilometres — 209 miles, or 182 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Aberdeen–Sumburgh spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 49 min | 44 min – 54 min | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 00m | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 58 min | £7,100 – £9,500 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 49 min | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 48 min | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 47 min | £9,100 – £13,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Aberdeen, United Kingdom: Aberdeen International Airport.
Sumburgh, United Kingdom: Lerwick / Tingwall Airport.
| Aberdeen International Airport | Lerwick / Tingwall Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGPD / ABZ | EGET / LWK |
| Longest hard runway | 6,407 ft | 5,787 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 215 ft | 43 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 35 km |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,287 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,378 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,787 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,278 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,587 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,758 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,887 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,988 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,787 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,478 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,287 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,558 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,587 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,058 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,287 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,278 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,509 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,228 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,587 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,478 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 211 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,178 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 857 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,504 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 887 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,978 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,095 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,798 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 347 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,978 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 487 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,378 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 997 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,978 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 213 ft short |
14,260 km 13,838 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 13 ft short |
11,112 km 10,690 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 213 ft short |
12,960 km 12,538 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 987 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,523 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Longside Airfield (1,640 ft, 40 km) · Baldardo Field · Aberdeen Royal Infirmary Helistrip · Culter Heliport · Sumburgh Airport (4,915 ft, 0 km) · Fair Isle Airport · Foula Airfield
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Aberdeen–Sumburgh quote requests within 60 minutes.
Choose your wheels-up time — Aberdeen–Sumburgh runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Aberdeen–Sumburgh is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 00m gate to gate over 337 km (209 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Aberdeen–Sumburgh departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Sumburgh to Aberdeen runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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