Travelling from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport (INV): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Sumburgh Airport (LSI), the main airport in Sumburgh. Look for flights from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport (INV) that depart from this terminal.
Sumburgh and Inverness (where Inverness Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Sumburgh to INV. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Sumburgh
Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
LSI is about 2 kilometres from central Sumburgh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a convenient place to stay before your flight from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport? Consider The Spiggie Hotel. Get a good night's rest here before heading to Sumburgh Airport.
About Inverness Airport (INV)
Reserve a hotel close to INV if you're catching a late flight from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Pick up an Inverness Airport rental car and explore Inverness and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Budget and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Sumburgh to Inverness Airport flight.
Getting from Inverness Airport (INV) to central Inverness
Central Inverness is around 13 kilometres from Inverness Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport (INV)
139 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport. A return flight starts from 365 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sumburgh to INV. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Sumburgh to Inverness Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport (INV)
June is the busiest month for flights from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport (INV). Visit Inverness in April for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Sumburgh to INV plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Inverness to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Inverness
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Inverness right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Sumburgh to Inverness Airport:
Your visit to Inverness should come with a side of sightseeing. Leading attractions worth exploring include The Highland Military Tattoo, NC500 Route start/finish and Lochness-tours.com.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Inverness, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Journey about 193 kilometres south to Glasgow to check off its top attractions. From Hogmanay to Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres south of Inverness, Edinburgh is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.
