Book your Sumburgh Airport taxi in less than 60 seconds. Fixed fares, flight tracking and free 1 hour waiting time between Sumburgh and Lerwick flights, plus cover at all times for early morning and late flights into Shetland.
If you're arriving by plane at LSI and require a taxi service to Lerwick, you need an expert who knows the A970, knows when to arrive and does so no matter the Shetland weather! RideOn Minicabs provides precisely an airport taxi service in Sumburgh which has a fixed fee, for tourists, business travelers, oil and gas workers, and locals heading homewards.
Drivers from our Shetland partner companies are fully licensed and know every village from Sumburgh Head to Lerwick and are skillful in working out problems such as ferry crossings, cruise ship calls and unexpected change of Sumburgh Airport bus timetable. From a short 25-mile taxi run to Hallgarth Ferry Terminal, to a longer run to Brae or Yell, you will receive the same reliable service as you would at our Heathrow Airport taxi and Gatwick Airport taxi hubs.
How It Works
With our online booking system only seconds are needed to book a taxi from Sumburgh Airport to Lerwick and anywhere on Shetland Mainland. No line of phones, no negotiations, no standing at the terminal waiting for a cab to become available.
Pick-up point is Sumburgh Airport taxi Terminal 1, Lerwick Hotel, Holmsgarth or remote address. As soon as you request a taxi at Sumburgh airport, the fixed price is displayed on our system, which is the same way you would book a taxi from Luton Airport taxi or Stansted Airport taxi.
Pick a saloon for single or double occupancy, an estate for additional suitcases, an MPV for families or an 8-seater for larger groups or rotations off the boat. Both options clearly indicate the number of passengers and luggage.
Pay will take you to a secure online page to confirm and relax, with instant email receipt of your driver's information. Your driver adjusts to your flight time as you are flying, so as soon as it starts to arrive early or late, your driver is.
We offer a variety of comfortable and well-maintained vehicles for every Sumburgh airport taxi with drivers who are professional and well-trained. From Sumburgh to Lerwick, back to LSI for an early Loganair flight, or arranging a group transfer all the way across Shetland Mainland, you will be travelling in comfort, on time and at a fixed price.
From individual business travellers, oil and gas workers, families on holiday to visitors touring Shetland, our Shetland fleet is designed to accommodate them all, their luggage and even their style of travel. Every car is roomy, temperature controlled and equipped with state-of-the-art technology to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable ride on the A970, no matter the weather on the Shetland Islands.
24/7 Access
Our dispatch is available 24 hours a day from the 06:00 Loganair flight or from a late arrival from Edinburgh or Aberdeen. We're used to handling last minute bookings, diversions and transfers by ferry to Bressay or onward transfer to another airport as we are at Manchester Airport and Birmingham Airport and that's what we do here too!
Customer Reviews
Every week, travelers flying in and out of Sumburgh airport taxi choose RideOn Minicabs to be their preferred way to get around. Whether it's tourists coming to see Shetland's wild terrain, offshore workers travelling to Sullom Voe and business travelers travelling through Aberdeen and Edinburgh, thousands of passengers depend on us to provide bus timetables from Sumburgh Airport to Lerwick and Sumburgh Airport bus timetables. Some of them shared their experiences with us.
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Clean car, a good driver and fixed price for us 5 from Manchester city centre, this is our favoured Manchester airport taxi service!
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After a delayed flight I had to travel to the city centre, booked a taxi and arrived in Edinburgh with a name board. When I reached the airport, the driver was brilliant, tracked my flight and the fare was quoted exactly.
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The car arrived ten minutes early and the driver helped with bags. It was the cheapest taxi with a fixed fare to Edinburgh Airport taxi I could find online, and the car was spotless.
Our Fleet
From a single individual travelling to a Lerwick guesthouse to a family travelling with cases to a Shetland self-catering, to a 6-person team off to a job site, we have your needs covered!
Comfortable and budget-friendly option for everyday travel, airport transfers, and local journeys across London. Ideal for solo travellers, couples, and business commuters looking for reliable and economical transportation with enough luggage space for standard airport trips.
Spacious and practical vehicle choice for travellers carrying extra luggage, shopping bags, or sports equipment. Estate cars provide added boot space while maintaining comfort for passengers, making them ideal for airport transfers, family holidays, and long-distance travel.
Premium vehicles designed for corporate clients, business meetings, executive airport transfers, and travellers who value luxury and comfort. Executive cars offer stylish interiors, professional presentation, and a smooth travel experience for special occasions or business travel.
Perfect for families, group travel, and airport transfers with additional luggage requirements. These larger vehicles provide extra seating space and comfort for longer journeys while ensuring all passengers travel together conveniently in one vehicle.
Specially designed vehicles equipped for safe and comfortable wheelchair transportation. These accessible taxis provide easy entry, secure wheelchair access, and additional passenger space, ensuring stress-free travel for wheelchair users, families, and carers.
Ideal for larger groups, business teams, and family airport transfers requiring additional passenger and luggage capacity. These spacious vehicles allow everyone to travel together comfortably while offering generous room for suitcases and hand luggage.
Luxury vehicles created for VIP travel, weddings, special events, and high-end airport transfers. These top-class vehicles combine elegance, advanced comfort, and premium interiors to deliver an exceptional first-class travel experience.
Modern eco-friendly vehicles designed for passengers who prefer greener and quieter travel. These electric vehicles offer smooth rides, advanced comfort features, and reduced carbon emissions, making them perfect for airport transfers, corporate journeys, and environmentally conscious travellers.
Whether it's one airport run or a multi-day trip to Shetland, we design any arrangement to your timetable. Corporate accounts, cruise passenger pre-bookings (when ships visit Lerwick) and recurring offshore rotations are all accepted, we are using the same flexible booking model used by clients flying through London City Airport and other regional airports.
RideOn Minicabs has established a safe, reputable network of minicabs in London and throughout the UK with over 30 cities and all major airports. That same no-muss-and-fuss commitment to fixed pricing, tracking of flights and 24/7 dispatch is extended to the UK's most remote airport, Sumburgh. Your taxi from Sumburgh Airport to Lerwick is booked before you arrive on Shetland for a holiday, work rotation to Sullom Voe, a cruise or a visit to family.
Sumburgh Airport (LSI) is located at the southern tip of Mainland, approximately 25 miles south of Lerwick and is the primary airport serving the Shetland Islands. There is only one main road (A970) to the capital, and not much bus service (particularly at night, on weekends and during public holidays), so take a pre-booked taxi to get from the airport.
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You can book online within 60 seconds using our quote form, give us a call on 020 3504 8169 or send us an e-mail to sales@rideonminicabs.com. Online booking is quickest and provides a guaranteed price now. A taxi service charges £15 a mile for travels between Sumburgh Airport and Lerwick.
Fares are set at the time of booking and are dependent on the type of vehicle and destination in Lerwick. The standard saloon transfer service to the 25-mile trip is competitively priced, and the price of your journey will be known by using our quote tool.
The A970 provides the drive and should take around 30-35 minutes depending on weather and traffic. It is approximately 25 miles by road.
Yes. Route 6, operated locally, runs between Sumburgh Airport and Lerwick (Viking Bus Station) several times a day on weekdays. Saturday and Sunday, as well as public holidays, are lean days with significantly reduced service, and not always the service timed to match arrivals of aircraft.
The cost of the bus from Sumburgh Airport to Lerwick is £5.10.A single adult ticket on the local bus costs a few pounds much less expensive than a taxi, but it is not as convenient with fewer services. A pre-booked taxi is a better option for groups of two or more, as it can save time and money
A small taxi rank is right outside the main terminal exit but cars are not always available particularly during peak summer hours, late night and late bus service. Pre book ensures that a car is waiting when you arrive.
Yes. Discounted round trip prices available, if you book outbound and return at the same time. Simply select the "return" check box on the booking form.
Yes. Early morning and late arrivals from Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness as well as overnight transfers are all catered for. We are open 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Yes. All flights are monitored free of charge when booking. Your pickup time will be adjusted when your Loganair or other inbound flight is delayed, diverted or early.
One hour of free waiting time from landing time. This includes getting off the bus, picking up the baggage and walking to the meeting place.
Your driver will be in the arrivals hall with a sign with your name on it. Their name, photo and contact number will be sent to you by email and SMS prior to pick up.
Saloons (up to 4 passengers), estates (extra luggage), executive cars, MPVs (up to 6 passengers), cars for groups of 8 passengers and wheelchair accessible cars by request.
Yes. We have 6 seat MPVs and 8 seat minibuses that are suitable for families, offshore crews and tour groups. If you are travelling in a large group, please contact us and we will provide more than one vehicle.
Yes. Infant seats, child seat and booster seats will be provided upon request, please indicate in the booking request so the driver may make sure to bring the appropriate seat.
Most delays are automatically detected by our flight tracking system and adjusted for the pickup. Wherever possible, for full cancellations please contact us and we will arrange a date for your travel later, at no extra cost.
All major credit and debit cards accepted, PayPal, bank transfer and cash to the driver. Corporate accounts can opt for monthly invoicing.
Yes. The date, time, vehicle, or destination may be changed by email or telephone to our line 24 hours a day. Please allow a minimum of 2 hours' notice prior to pick up when possible.
To ensure you get the vehicle of your choice, book in advance of 24 hours, particularly during peak tourist seasons and at times of cruise ship calls. Last minute bookings are welcome, depending on availability.
Yes. We service the entirety of Mainland Shetland including Scalloway, Sandwick, Brae, Walls, Sullom Voe and Holmsgarth Ferry Terminal for onward NorthLink services to Orkney and Aberdeen.
Yes. All drivers are properly licensed, DBS checked and fully insured with comprehensive commercial insurance.