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Papa Westray Airport (PPW/EGEP) is a small island airfield on Papa Westray in Orkney, Scotland, serving the island's residents and visitors. It is best known for the Loganair inter-island service to Westray, often cited as the world's shortest scheduled flight, with a scheduled block time of around two minutes. The airport sits close to the island's rugged coastline and prehistoric sites such as the Knap of Howar.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to book the Papa Westray–Westray flight well ahead in summer and to keep luggage minimal, because the tiny aircraft has strict weight and space limits and the flight can be over before you settle in.
🚖 Getting There
Papa Westray is reached by Loganair inter-island flight from Kirkwall or Westray, or by Orkney Ferries from Kirkwall or Westray. At the airport, there is no regular bus service, so arrange a taxi, rental car, or lift in advance. If arriving by ferry, the airport is a short drive from the pier, but confirm timings as island transport is limited.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Papa Westray Airport?
A: Loganair operates scheduled inter-island flights, typically linking Papa Westray with Kirkwall and Westray as part of Orkney's public service network.
Q: How long is the flight from Papa Westray to Westray?
A: The Papa Westray–Westray leg is famously short, often around two minutes in the air, and is widely described as the world's shortest scheduled flight.
Q: Is there public transport at the airport?
A: No, the airport is very small; onward travel on Papa Westray is usually by pre-booked taxi, rental car, or arranged pickup, and ferry connections are at the island's pier.
Q: Can I fly directly from mainland Scotland?
A: Not usually; most travelers reach Papa Westray via Kirkwall Airport in Orkney, then take an inter-island flight or ferry.
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