504 € Cheap Flights from Cardiff to Orkney Kirkwall

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cardiff to Orkney Kirkwall flights are currently cheapest in July.

Cardiff to Orkney Kirkwall: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cardiff to Kirkwall below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Orkney Kirkwall.

Cardiff to Kirkwall: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found504 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Cardiff to Orkney Kirkwall: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cardiff to Orkney Kirkwall is 504 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cardiff to Orkney Kirkwall. But we found flights with one or more stops from 504 €.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Cardiff to Orkney Kirkwall.
The cheapest month to fly from Cardiff to Orkney Kirkwall is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cardiff Airport to Orkney Kirkwall Airport on Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cardiff Airport and Orkney Kirkwall Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kirkwall is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Orkney Kirkwall.

Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI): what you need to know

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CWL to KOI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Kirkwall Airport. Edinburgh Airport is a popular stopover on the CWL to KOI route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Kirkwall Airport flight is 244 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 504 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CWL to KOI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport to Kirkwall Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Picking up cheap flights from CWL to KOI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cardiff Airport to Kirkwall Airport.

Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)

  • Of all flights leaving Cardiff Airport, 66.16% land on time at their destination.

  • Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Kirkwall Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CWL:

Arriving at Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

Getting from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to central Kirkwall

  • From Kirkwall Airport, Kirkwall is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Kirkwall Airport (KOI)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Kirkwall Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Kirkwall in May.

  • The warmest month in Kirkwall is August, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your flights from Cardiff Airport to Kirkwall Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CWL to KOI in February. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Glasgow is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Kirkwall. Around 354 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.

  • Around 338 kilometres south of Kirkwall, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.

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