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Remote Orkney island airport serving the community of Westray.
Location
Westray, Orkney Islands, United Kingdom
Westray Airport is a small civil airport located on the island of Westray in the Orkney Islands, Scotland. It serves as a vital link for the island's community, providing scheduled air services to Kirkwall, the main hub of Orkney.
The airport is notably associated with one of the world's shortest scheduled commercial flights, the service between Westray and the nearby island of Papa Westray, which takes approximately two minutes under favourable conditions. This route has gained international recognition as a record-breaking short-haul service.
Loganair operates the scheduled services from Westray, connecting residents to essential services, healthcare, and transport connections on the Orkney mainland. The airport plays a critical role in maintaining lifeline links for the island's small population.
Terminals
The airport has a small, basic terminal building typical of remote Scottish island airstrips, with minimal facilities.
Getting to & from
Ground transport on Westray is limited, with local road access and taxi services connecting the airport to the island's small villages.
Airlines here
Loganair is the sole airline operating scheduled services at Westray Airport, providing connections to Kirkwall and Papa Westray.
Notable facts
- ›The Westray to Papa Westray flight is recognised as one of the world's shortest scheduled airline routes, lasting around two minutes.
- ›Loganair operates the famous Westray–Papa Westray route using Britten-Norman Islander aircraft.
- ›Westray Airport serves an island with a population of only a few hundred people.
- ›The airport is a lifeline facility, providing essential connectivity for residents who rely on air travel for medical and other services.
- ›The IATA code WRY and ICAO code EGEW identify this remote Orkney airport in aviation systems.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
