Travelling from London to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): What you need to know
Your travel story starts at one of London's main airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Explore your options for booking a flight from London to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) taking off from either of these bases.
Take off on a direct London to Glasgow International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Glasgow (where Glasgow International Airport is located) and London share the UTC+0 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
The busiest route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA), with 69 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from LHR to GLA is the 6:05am British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 10pm with British Airways.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to GLA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can book a direct flight from London to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You can travel on a direct flight from London to Glasgow International Airport with British Airways. This leading airline offers services from LHR.
British Airways is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LHR to GLA.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 73.88% of its services landing on time.
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Glasgow International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can book a direct London to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) flight ticket with departures from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check if flying out of LGW makes more sense for your journey.
Catch your direct flight from London to GLA with easyJet. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of LGW.
easyJet is the top choice for travellers flying from LGW to GLA.
The most reliable carrier is British Airways. Its London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport flights arrive as scheduled 71.67% of the time.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to GLA flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Get to your destination faster from Stansted Airport (STN). Direct flights from London to Glasgow International Airport can be booked from here.
Get ready to jet away with easyJet. It offers direct London to GLA flight tickets from STN.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between STN and GLA is easyJet.
The journey time to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to Glasgow International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land as expected. At STN, that rate is 64.73%.
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Book a hotel near GLA if you have a late flight from London to Glasgow International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Grab a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your London to Glasgow International Airport flight.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. How long it takes to get to the centre by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
₹ 1,856 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Glasgow International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 3,712. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap flights from London to GLA by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
October is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a London to Glasgow International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from London to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Glasgow. June is when most people book flights from London to Glasgow International Airport (GLA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your London to GLA flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Glasgow International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Glasgow right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from London to Glasgow International Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral are essential stops on your Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Glasgow, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Travel around 306 kilometres south-east to Manchester to check off its leading attractions. From Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Chinatown, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of the United Kingdom, consider Preston, about 257 kilometres south-east of Glasgow. Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden are among the biggest draws.
