Travelling from Los Angeles to Glasgow: what you need to know
Los Angeles is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Glasgow departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
Hop off your plane in Glasgow at Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Glasgow is seven hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Los Angeles to Glasgow flight.
If you're getting away during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Glasgow
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Los Angeles to Glasgow flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Los Angeles to Glasgow.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Los Angeles to Glasgow flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles to Glasgow or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Glasgow. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Glasgow flight.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Once your flight from Los Angeles to Glasgow has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 55 minutes.
After your flight from Los Angeles to Glasgow, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to PIK. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Glasgow, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Glasgow based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Los Angeles to Glasgow ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Glasgow around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Glasgow right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Glasgow:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are a couple of big attractions to add to your Glasgow itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Edinburgh, about 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are the start of reasons to visit.
