What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to Kirkwall?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Kirkwall is to fly which costs £85 - £360 and takes 10h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to Kirkwall?

The fastest way to get from Cork to Kirkwall is to train and fly which takes 9h 51m and costs £190 - £550.

How far is it from Cork to Kirkwall?

The distance between Cork and Kirkwall is 549 miles.

How long does it take to get from Cork to Kirkwall?

It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from Cork to Kirkwall, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Kirkwall?

There are 94+ hotels available in Kirkwall.

Cork to Kirkwall - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Cork to Kirkwall by plane or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Cork Airport
best
1. Fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane ORK - KOI
10h 24m
£85–358
Train to Dublin Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain
2. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Kirkwall (KOI)plane DUB - KOI
9h 51m
£194–522

Cork Airport (ORK) to Kirkwall (KOI) flights

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£83Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cork to Kirkwall.

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Distance: 546.1 mi
Duration: 10h 24m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Kirkwall, Scotland?

Aer Lingus, Loganair, and Ryanair fly from Cork Airport (ORK) to Kirkwall (KOI) 3 times a day.

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