Travelling from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport (JTR): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Glasgow. Check out your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport (JTR).
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Glasgow. Santorini International Airport is located in Santorini (Thira).
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to JTR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to JTR leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Glasgow International Airport:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.07% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Break up your flight from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport with a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). A major connection between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and JTR, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Glasgow to JTR flight? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Santorini International Airport (JTR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near JTR:
Pick up a Santorini International Airport rental car and explore Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Santorini International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport is ₹ 8,177. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 16,887. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to JTR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Cheap Glasgow to Santorini International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Glasgow to JTR.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport (JTR)
February is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport (JTR), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Santorini (Thira) based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Glasgow to JTR flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 16ºC.
More about Santorini (Thira)
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Santorini International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Santorini (Thira):
Your Santorini (Thira) visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Santorini caldera, Sunset Oia and Views of Santorini and Caldera.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Santorini (Thira). Around 241 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Your trip through Greece wouldn't be complete without a stop in Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are highlights in this destination, which is around 241 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira).
