Kirkwall Airport Taxi Service with Fast & Easy Online Taxi Booking
It only takes one search. You can compare prices from licensed operators, choose the car that’s right for your party, and confirm your booking in approximately 1 minute. No account needed. No meter running. No extra charges if the final flight of the day arrives late.
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Why Book Your Kirkwall Airport Transfer with Airport Rides UK?
Kirkwall Airport, owned and operated by Highlands and Islands Airports Limited (HIAL), is located approximately 3 miles southeast of Kirkwall. It is used by Loganair for flights to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness, as well as flights to Shetland, Fair Isle and the North Isles of Orkney. It is a small airport with one terminal, which is why pre-booking is so important. Only a few cars are available at the rank, and if two flights arrive at the same time, the queue slows down.
A reserved Kirkwall Airport taxi eliminates that risk. Before you leave the house, you know the driver, the arrival time, and the fare!
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Fixed fares. Fares are fixed when the booking is made: no meter, no surge pricing, and nothing extra at the door of the terminal.
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Local Operators only (licensed). All operators are licensed by Orkney Islands Council, with insurance and driver checks carried out before they are able to take bookings.
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Free flight tracking. Your driver is automatically updated if Loganair reschedules due to weather.
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Confirmation in writing. You receive an email & SMS with the driver’s name, vehicle info, and contact number.
The Right Service for Every Trip
Whether it is a first flight to Aberdeen or a full day touring the West Mainland, you get fixed prices and licensed drivers on every route.
Kirkwall Airport Transfers
For flights to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, and the North Isles. Flight tracking, meet-and-greet, and a pre-agreed fixed fare are included in our Kirkwall airport transfers.
Town & Island Rides
Travel across the Orkney Mainland on clear-cut fares. Comfortable vehicles and local drivers who know the town, for shopping, appointments, and evenings out in Kirkwall.
Corporate Travel
For business travellers: airport transfers, timely transportation to and from meetings on the other side of the isles, and consolidated airport billing for visiting teams.
Ferry & Cruise Transfers
Transfers to the terminals at Hatston, Stromness and St Margaret’s Hope for sailings to Aberdeen, Scrabster and Gills Bay. Cruise passengers are picked up from the cruise ship dock with space for their luggage.
Stromness & West Mainland
Various fixed-price trips between Kirkwall and Stromness, Finstown, Dounby, Orphir, Birsay and other places on the Orkney Mainland. A taxi from Kirkwall to Stromness will take about 25 minutes.
Executive & VIP
Executive saloons and high-quality private hire, offering a discreet, comfortable and first-class service to and from Kirkwall Airport. Perfect for client collections and corporate visitors.
Events & Weddings
Hire cars for weddings, the St Magnus Festival, county shows, and any other event that needs a reliable timetable and a good presentation.
Hourly Hire
A dedicated driver to take you on sightseeing trips to Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, Maeshowe, and any destinations you like, with as many stops as you need for leisure or business purposes.
Choose Your Ride to Kirkwall
So whether you’re travelling alone or moving a family with a fortnight’s worth of luggage, there is a vehicle that will fit the job. Our Kirkwall airport cabs vary in seating from a saloon up to an 8-seater, and all vehicles are regularly inspected, fully insured, and driven by a licensed professional.
Saloon / Sedan
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.
Estate / Wagon
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.
Executive Car
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
MPV / Minivan
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.
Wheelchair Accessible
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.
8 Seater
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.
Excutive People Carrier
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.
Electric Vehicle (EV)
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.
Fixed-Price Transfers from Every Kirkwall Terminal
Order a Kirkwall airport taxi, Inverness taxi, Aberdeen taxi, Edinburgh taxi or Glasgow taxi in less than a minute. Enter your postcode, view your route’s quotes instantly, and book online with no phone call required.
Reliable Service Without Surprises
Licensed Operators Only
All operators go through a compliance review before accepting a booking, which includes local authority licensing, insurance, and driver background checks.
Fixed Fares with Nothing Added Later
What you’re quoted is what you pay: no meters, no late-night multiplier, and no charge on arrival.
Book Same Day or a Year Ahead
Book a summer holiday transfer in advance, or get to the terminal this afternoon. Availability is updated in real time.
Reliable Kirkwall Airport Private Hire You Can Book in Advance
When you search for “taxi near me” at the terminal, you are directed to whichever taxi happens to be available. On a small group of islands, that can mean a long wait. Pre-booking takes the guesswork out. Your Kirkwall Airport private hire car is assigned to a named driver before you arrive, and it takes about a minute to book online, with confirmation sent to you by email and SMS almost instantly. Being on time matters even more here than at a big airport. The taxi rank is located right outside the terminal, but it is not deep, and the last bus of the day may not match your flight. A booked car will be waiting for you when you land, even if your flight is delayed.
Book Your Business or Leisure Transfer
Schedule airport transfers, ferry and executive travel with a process that is fast and reliable. From the first flight from Edinburgh to an early meeting with a client arriving off the Hamnavoe ferry, or arriving back after a fortnight away, you can travel with total confidence. There will be no hidden costs at the end of your trip, as pricing is fully transparent.
- Routes to and from the Orkney Mainland, including local and long-distance trips
- Door-to-door service, with no walk to or from a bus stop
- Fully licensed and highly trained professional drivers who know the local roads
- Instant online booking with written confirmation
What passengers are saying
Verified reviews are collected after every completed journey to ensure genuine feedback and help maintain the highest standards of service.
Good and excellent service. I had booked a 4 am pick-up for Heathrow Airport the evening before and honestly expected a phone call at midnight saying something had gone wrong. Instead, the driver was parked outside ten minutes early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to the most common questions about booking a Kirkwall taxi. For general questions about our service, see our full Airport Rides UK FAQs.