Private charter between Kirkwall and Sumburgh starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Kirkwall (WIC) to Sumburgh (LWK), and from Sumburgh (LWK) back to Kirkwall (WIC).
Kirkwall and Sumburgh lie approximately 219 km apart (136 mi / 118 nm) on a direct routing.
From £6,300 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Kirkwall and Sumburgh, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
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. | 40 min | 36 min – 44 min | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 40 min | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 39 min | £7,100 – £9,500 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 35 min | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 35 min | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 35 min | £9,100 – £13,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Kirkwall and Sumburgh are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Kirkwall, United Kingdom: Wick John O'Groats Airport.
Sumburgh, United Kingdom: Lerwick / Tingwall Airport.
| Wick John O'Groats Airport | Lerwick / Tingwall Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGPC / WIC | EGET / LWK |
| Longest hard runway | 6,007 ft | 5,787 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 126 ft | 43 ft |
| Distance from city | 57 km | 35 km |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,287 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,526 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,787 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,426 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,587 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,906 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,887 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,136 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,787 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,626 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,287 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,706 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,587 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,206 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,287 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,426 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,509 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,376 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,587 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,626 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 211 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,326 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 857 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,652 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 887 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,126 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,095 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,946 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 347 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,126 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 487 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,526 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 997 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,126 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 213 ft short |
14,260 km 13,986 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 13 ft short |
11,112 km 10,838 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 213 ft short |
12,960 km 12,686 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 987 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,671 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Kirkwall Airport (4,690 ft, 0 km) · Eday Airport · Stronsay Airport · Sanday Airport · Sumburgh Airport (4,915 ft, 0 km) · Fair Isle Airport · Foula Airfield
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Kirkwall–Sumburgh quote requests within 60 minutes.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Kirkwall–Sumburgh when the time is right.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 40 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
Kirkwall–Sumburgh is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 40 min gate to gate over 219 km (136 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Kirkwall–Sumburgh charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Kirkwall–Sumburgh charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Sumburgh to Kirkwall runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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