Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Edinburgh.
To ensure you catch your EDI to GLA flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between EDI and GLA include:
Birmingham International Airport
Stansted Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight is ₹ 4,125. A return fare right now is ₹ 9,414. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from EDI to GLA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EDI to GLA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the flights that depart from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Book a hotel near GLA if you're catching a late Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's main sights.
Booking your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
From Glasgow International Airport, Glasgow is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Glasgow based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from EDI to GLA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a trip to Birmingham will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
