Sumburgh Airport (LSI)

Lerwick, Shetland, GB 🇬🇧 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

EGPB

IATA

LSI

Elevation

20 ft

Region

GB-SCT

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Airport Information

GPS Code: EGPB

Local Code: Not available

Location: 59.878899° N, -1.29556° E

Continent: Europe

Type: Medium Airport

Keywords: Shetlands

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Airport Routes

Sumburgh Airport (LSI) offers 5 flight routes operated by 1 airline. The primary operator is Loganair. Popular destinations from Lerwick, Shetland include Kirkwall, Aberdeen, Glasgow Int'l, Edinburgh and Dundee.

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Top Airlines

Operating at Sumburgh Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network
Airline Routes Flights Destinations Last Activity
Loganair
LOG / LM
5 16 5 Jul 29, 2025

For Pilots

Designation Length Width Surface Status
06H/24H 1781 ft 144 ft ASP Active
09/27 4915 ft 144 ft ASP Active Lighted
15/33 4672 ft 141 ft ASP Active Lighted

Type Description Frequency
APP RADAR 131.3 MHz
ATIS ATIS 125.85 MHz
TWR TWR 118.25 MHz

Ident Name Type Frequency
SBH Sumburgh NDB 351 kHz
SUM Sumburgh VOR-DME 117350 kHz

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are available from a rank located directly outside the main terminal building. Local companies serve the airport, and while taxis often meet scheduled flights, it is highly recommended to pre-book your journey, especially for late arrivals or during the busy tourist season, to ensure availability.

Rental Cars

Car rental is a popular option for exploring Shetland. Desks for local providers like Bolts Car Hire and Star Rent-A-Car are located within the airport terminal. Due to high demand and limited vehicle numbers, booking your rental car well in advance is essential, particularly during peak travel periods.

Public Transportation

A public bus service connects Sumburgh Airport to Lerwick, Shetland's main town. The bus stop is situated just outside the terminal entrance. The service (typically Route 6) is operated by ZetTrans and its timetable is designed to align with most flight arrivals and departures. It is advisable to check the current schedule online before you travel.

AI-Generated Content: This ground transportation information was compiled using AI from publicly available sources. Prices, schedules, and availability may change; please verify with official airport or transportation provider websites before traveling.

Nearby Airports

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~35 km away
Fair Isle Airport
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Small Airport Scheduled Service
~43 km away
Foula Airfield
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~50 km away
North Ronaldsay Airport
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~86 km away
Sanday Airport
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~101 km away
Papa Westray Airport
PPW • EGEP
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Small Airport Scheduled Service
~108 km away
Westray Airport
WRY • EGEW
Westray, GB
Small Airport Scheduled Service
~110 km away
Stronsay Airport
SOY • EGER
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~111 km away
Eday Airport
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~113 km away
Kirkwall Airport
KOI • EGPA
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Medium Airport Scheduled Service
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Small Airport Scheduled Service
~35 km away
Fair Isle Airport
FIE • EGEF
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Small Airport Scheduled Service
~43 km away
Foula Airfield
FOA • GB-FOA
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Small Airport Scheduled Service
~50 km away
Papa Stour Airstrip
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Small Airport
~54 km away
Whalsay Airstrip
WHS • EGEH
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~59 km away
Out Skerries Airfield
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Fetlar Airstrip
FEA
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~84 km away
North Ronaldsay Airport
NRL • EGEN
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Small Airport Scheduled Service
~86 km away
Muckle Flugga Helipad
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Heliport
~111 km away
Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.