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Find cheap flights to Orkney in 2026/2027 from $2,611 This is the cheapest return flight found to Orkney from Australia on FlightsFinder on March 13th 2026 at 20:13. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Orkney and visit sites like Skara Brae Prehistoric Village, Ring of Brodgar, Maes Howe & Scapa Flow.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from Australia to Orkney in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, October is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Orkney.
You can get flights from $2,611 return.
According to our data, October is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Orkney.
A return flight could set you back more than $2,611.
Nestled amidst the rugged coastlines and rolling green landscapes of Scotland, Orkney is a remarkable archipelago that seamlessly blends ancient history with modern charm. Boasting an array of prehistoric sites, including the iconic Skara Brae and the monumental Ring of Brodgar, Orkney offers a fascinating glimpse into its rich Neolithic past. Visitors can wander through picturesque fishing villages, explore captivating museums, and marvel at the spectacular scenery that surrounds this remote island paradise. With its welcoming locals, vibrant culture, and breathtaking vistas, Orkney promises an unforgettable journey through time and tradition.
A good price for a flight to Kirkwall is $2350 - $2872.
The popular airports near the city of Orkney are Kirkwall Airport (KOI) and Sumburgh Airport (LSI).
The flight to Orkney (KOI) is roughly 23 hours 28 minutes and 10,342 miles (16,643 kilometres) from Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
The best way is to compare flights to Orkney from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
We have currently found no direct flights to Orkney.
Here is the average weather forecast in Orkney by month:
• Jan: 6°C
• Feb: 6°C
• Mar: 8°C
• Apr: 10°C
• May: 12°C
• Jun: 14°C
• Jul: 16°C
• Aug: 16°C
• Sep: 14°C
• Oct: 11°C
• Nov: 9°C
• Dec: 7°C
The main airport in Orkney is about 3 miles from the city centre.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Orkney 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Orkney are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
3.9 °C
Sat, 14 Mar 2026
Average Temperature
6°C
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6°C
Feb
8°C
Mar
10°C
Apr
12°C
May
14°C
Jun
16°C
Jul
16°C
Aug
14°C
Sep
11°C
Oct
9°C
Nov
7°C
Dec
Sydney, Australia - Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,342 miles (16,643 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 28 minutes)
Brisbane, Australia - Brisbane International Airport (BNE) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
9,973 miles (16,049 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 22 hours 39 minutes)
Melbourne, Australia - All Airports (MEL) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,386 miles (16,715 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 34 minutes)
Perth, Australia - Perth International Airport (PER) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
9,096 miles (14,639 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 42 minutes)
Cairns, Australia - Cairns International Airport (CNS) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
9,127 miles (14,688 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 46 minutes)
Adelaide, Australia - Adelaide International Airport (ADL) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,033 miles (16,147 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 22 hours 47 minutes)
Darwin, Australia - Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
8,442 miles (13,586 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 15 minutes)
Gold Coast, Australia - Coolangatta Airport (OOL) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,032 miles (16,144 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 22 hours 47 minutes)
Townsville, Australia - Townsville International Airport (TSV) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
9,303 miles (14,972 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 10 minutes)
Mount Isa, Australia - Mount Isa Airport (ISA) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
9,203 miles (14,812 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 20 hours 57 minutes)
Kununurra, Australia - Kununurra Airport (KNX) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
8,583 miles (13,814 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 34 minutes)
Newcastle, Australia - Williamtown Metropolitan Area Airport (NTL) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,287 miles (16,555 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 21 minutes)
Mackay, Australia - Mackay Airport (MKY) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
9,483 miles (15,262 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours 34 minutes)
Hobart, Australia - Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,758 miles (17,313 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 24 minutes)
Launceston, Australia - Launceston Airport (LST) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,678 miles (17,184 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 24 hours 13 minutes)
Cloncurry, Australia - Cloncurry Airport (CNJ) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
9,232 miles (14,857 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours)
Paraburdoo, Australia - Paraburdoo Airport (PBO) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
8,662 miles (13,940 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 44 minutes)
Karratha, Australia - Karratha Airport (KTA) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
8,485 miles (13,656 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 21 minutes)
Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Australia - Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport (KGI) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
9,226 miles (14,847 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 21 hours)
Learmonth, Australia - Learmonth Airport (LEA) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
8,481 miles (13,648 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 20 minutes)
Port Macquarie, Australia - Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,226 miles (16,457 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 13 minutes)
Port Hedland, Australia - Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
8,529 miles (13,726 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 19 hours 27 minutes)
Canberra, Australia - Canberra Airport (CBR) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
10,372 miles (16,693 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 23 hours 32 minutes)
From Melbourne (MEL), Australia to Kirkwall, United Kingdom (KOI): $2,611
Depart: 27 Oct 2026 · Return: 13 Nov 2026 Price found 13 Mar 2026, 20:13
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