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LSI → KOI
Which side of the plane to sit from Sumburgh Airport (Sumburgh) to Kirkwall Airport (Kirkwall)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the iconic Fair Isle and the northern reaches of the Orkney archipelago, including dramatic cliffside scenery.
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Sumburgh Head
Immediate views of the dramatic cliffs and lighthouse at the southern tip of Shetland right after takeoff.
Fair Isle
A rare aerial perspective of the UK's most remote inhabited island, located halfway through the flight.
Papa Westray
Views of the smaller islands where the world's shortest scheduled flight takes place between Westray and Papa Westray.
Orkney Mainland
The green, rolling landscape of the Mainland as the plane descends into Kirkwall.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see Fair Isle. Keep your camera ready as soon as you clear the Shetland coast for the best lighthouse shots. Late afternoon flights provide beautiful golden lighting on the cliffs.
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North Sea Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue North Sea stretching towards Scandinavia.
North Ronaldsay
Spot the northernmost Orkney island, famous for its unique sheep and tall lighthouse.
Sanday Beaches
Glimpse the stunning white sand beaches and shallow turquoise waters of the eastern isles.
Morning flights are ideal for this side to catch the sunrise over the water. Look for the distinct stone dyke surrounding North Ronaldsay which keeps the sheep on the shore.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 137 km (85 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: LSI (59.87889862060547, -1.295560002326965)
Arrival: KOI (58.957801818847656, -2.9049999713897705)
Route Type: Domestic
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