Car Rental at SCATSAT-1 Airport (SCS)

Rent a car at Scatsta Airport (SCS) on the Shetland Islands and explore one of Europe's most remote and dramatic island landscapes. The airport is located 3 km north of Brae on Mainland, Shetland's largest island. With a rental car, you can drive 45 km south to Lerwick, Shetland's capital, in approximately 45 minutes via A970.

Scatsta primarily serves helicopter traffic for the oil industry but also has regular flights. Shetland offers exceptional wilderness nature with Hermaness Nature Reserve to the north (65 km), dramatic cliffs at Sumburgh Head (55 km to the south), and Viking history at Jarlshof. Always fuel up in Lerwick – fuel can be hard to find on northern Mainland.

Drive to the Eshaness cliffs (20 km northwest of Brae) for Shetland's most dramatic coastal landscape. Plan your drives with attention to weather – wind and fog can change rapidly on Shetland. Which rental agencies are at Scatsta Airport?

Availability is limited with one rental agency on-site. It is strongly recommended to book well in advance, especially during summer months. Can I drive to all parts of Shetland with a rental car?

Mainland can be driven in its entirety. Yell, Unst, and Fetlar are reached by car ferry from Toft (15 km north of Scatsta). How long does it take to drive around all of Mainland?

Mainland is approximately 100 km long. A round trip takes at least a full day with stops at attractions.

We compare prices from all major providers at SCATSAT-1 Airport so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.