What are the transportation options to and from Kirkwall?

Kirkwall has Orkney’s only airport with flights to mainland Scotland—flights also leave to many outer Orkney Isles. Ferry and flight connections between Orkney mainland and its isles do not run very regularly. Check schedules carefully, and be aware that weather can turn in an instant and cancel any schedule. Kirkwall and Stromness are the only places with shops to stock up on camping essentials. You can also explore different options for camping near Kirkwall on Hipcamp.