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Find cheap flights to Orkney in 2026/2027 from R17,192 This is the cheapest return flight found to Orkney from South Africa on FlightsFinder on July 24th 2026 at 19:20. 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 South Africa to Orkney in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from South Africa to Orkney in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, August is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Orkney.
You can get flights from R17,226 return.
According to our data, September is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Orkney.
A return flight could set you back more than R18,665.
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 R15473 - R18911.
The popular airports near the city of Orkney are Kirkwall Airport (KOI) and Sumburgh Airport (LSI).
The flight to Orkney (KOI) is roughly 14 hours 9 minutes and 6,144 miles (9,888 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - Pretoria - O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
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.
12.6 °C
Wed, 29 Jul 2026
Average Temperature
6°C
Jan
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
Johannesburg, South Africa - Pretoria - O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,144 miles (9,888 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 9 minutes)
Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,538 miles (10,523 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 1 minute)
Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,424 miles (10,338 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 46 minutes)
George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,586 miles (10,599 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 8 minutes)
Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,126 miles (9,858 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 6 minutes)
Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,628 miles (10,666 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 13 minutes)
Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,311 miles (10,156 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 31 minutes)
East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,597 miles (10,617 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 15 hours 9 minutes)
Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,075 miles (9,777 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours)
Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,268 miles (10,088 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 25 minutes)
Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,144 miles (9,887 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 9 minutes)
Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,049 miles (9,735 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 56 minutes)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,414 miles (10,322 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 45 minutes)
Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,012 miles (9,676 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 13 hours 51 minutes)
Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,383 miles (10,273 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 41 minutes)
Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,193 miles (9,967 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 15 minutes)
Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Orkney (KOI)
Distance:
6,511 miles (10,479 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 14 hours 58 minutes)
From Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa to Kirkwall, United Kingdom (KOI): R17,192
Depart: 24 Aug 2026 · Return: 30 Aug 2026 Price found 24 Jul 2026, 19:20
From Cape Town (CPT), South Africa to Kirkwall, United Kingdom (KOI): R18,629
Depart: 08 Sep 2026 · Return: 15 Sep 2026 Price found 25 Jul 2026, 11:49
From Bloemfontein (BFN), South Africa to Kirkwall, United Kingdom (KOI): R22,240
Depart: 06 Sep 2026 · Return: 13 Sep 2026 Price found 23 Jul 2026, 10:05
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