Getting to & from Kirkwall Airport
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About 5 minutes by car from Kirkwall town centre.
Distance is a straight-line estimate adjusted for typical roads and is approximate. Journey times and fares below are indicative — always check with the operator before you travel.
Transport to & from Kirkwall Airport
Ways to travel between Kirkwall Airport and Kirkwall. All options work in both directions.
Local bus service from Kirkwall; reduced Sunday service.
Taxis available from the rank outside the terminal.
Driving & parking
Arriving by car or being dropped off? Here is what to know.
Short-stay, long-stay and drop-off options are available. Booking in advance is usually cheaper than turning up on the day.
Compare parking at Kirkwall AirportLicensed taxis wait at the rank outside arrivals, and ride-hailing apps operate at most airports. If someone is dropping you off, follow signs for the designated drop-off zone — many airports now charge a fee for this.
Book an airport taxi online
Prefer a door-to-door transfer? Book a private airport taxi in advance with a fixed price and a driver waiting when you land.
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City-centre hotels for arriving passengers
Flying into Kirkwall Airport and staying over? Browse hotels in Kirkwall to be close to the action when you land.
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