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How to get fromMalta to Orkney Islandsby plane, bus, or ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Malta to Orkney Islands by plane, bus, or ferry

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  1. Fly to Kirkwall

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    1. Fly from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane plane MLA - KOI
    8h 31m
    £114–394

  2. Fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus, ferry

    1. Fly from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane plane MLA - INV
    2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Scrabster Vehicle Terminalbus bus
    3. Take the ferry from Scrabster Ferry Terminal to Stromness Orkney Ferry Terminalferry ferry
    18h 15m
    £130–212

Malta International Airport (MLA) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

Calendar7Weekly Planes
Duration7h 23mAverage Duration
Ticket£117Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,787 mi
  • Duration: 8h 31m

What companies run services between Malta and Orkney Islands, Scotland?

Ryanair, Loganair, and Jet2.com fly from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Kirkwall (KOI) once daily.

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