Direct flights from Stansted to Sumburgh will run for the second summer running, lasting 90 minutes in duration. Flights will operate twice a week (on Mondays and Fridays) and cost £161 including taxes.

Area Director for VisitShetland Andy Steven welcomed the new link, saying: "By making our islands and famous hospitality easily accessible from London, a weekend break to Britain's most northerly islands is now a reality."

For more information visit www.flyshetland.com