Private jet charter in Lerwick

Private jet prices to Lerwick start at approximately £8,000-12,000 from Edinburgh or Aberdeen on light jets, with journey times of 90 minutes. Flights from London range from £15,000-25,000 depending on aircraft type and seasonal demand. Pricing varies significantly due to Shetland's remote location and limited ground support infrastructure.

Sumburgh Airport (EGPB/LSI) is the only viable option for private jets to Lerwick, located 25 miles south of the city. The airport offers comprehensive FBO services, customs facilities, and experience handling executive aircraft from North Sea operations. No alternative airports serve the Shetland Islands for private aviation.

Ground transfers from Sumburgh Airport to Lerwick take approximately 40 minutes by luxury vehicle along the scenic A970. Helicopter transfers reduce journey time to just 15 minutes, offering spectacular aerial views of the Shetland coastline. The route passes historic sites including Jarlshof archaeological site.

Sumburgh Airport operates 06:00-22:00 for scheduled operations, with late arrivals possible by prior arrangement for private jets. Night operations require advance coordination due to limited ground support staff. The airport's runway lighting and navigation aids support instrument approaches in challenging North Atlantic weather conditions.

Outbound prices from Lerwick depend on destination, aircraft size and routing. Current guide prices on visible Flyius routes: Light Jets from €9,000, Midsize Jets from on request, Heavy Jets from on request. Live availability and fuel surcharges can shift the final quote.

Departures from Lerwick typically operate out of Lerwick / Tingwall (LWK/EGET) or a nearby dedicated business-aviation field. Your operator picks the field based on FBO availability, slot windows, and the runway length your jet category needs. The 15+ certified operators in our network cover every Lerwick-area FBO.

Confirm at least 24–48 hours before takeoff to lock in your preferred FBO at Lerwick and avoid slot constraints at busy terminals. Last-minute outbound is possible from 4 hours notice when operators have crew and aircraft staged locally.

Light Jets (4–7 passengers, ~3h range) for short European outbound legs, Midsize Jets (7–9 passengers) for transcontinental, Heavy Jets (10–16 passengers) for intercontinental, and Ultra Long Range for direct flights from Lerwick to North America or Asia non-stop.

Yes — same-day outbound from Lerwick is often possible with 4 hours notice when crew and aircraft are positioned locally. Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings book out fastest.

Inbound prices to Lerwick depend on the departure city, jet category and arrival slot timing. Current visible guide prices start from €9,000; the pricing table on this page uses the same live route data by jet category. Customs handling and ground transfers at Lerwick are included in every quote.

Inbound flights to Lerwick land at Lerwick / Tingwall (LWK/EGET) or an adjacent private terminal closer to the city centre. The right field depends on customs hours, ground-transfer time, and the runway length your jet category needs.

Most Lerwick arrivals can be confirmed 24–48 hours ahead. During high-demand weeks (sports finals, fashion weeks, ski breaks, summer peaks) inbound slots fill 5–7 days out — book early when your travel falls in those windows.