Flying from London to Glasgow: what you need to know
Start your journey at one of London's main airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Check out your options for booking a flight from London to Glasgow departing from either of these.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the major arrival point in Glasgow.
A direct flight from London to Glasgow takes on average 1 hour 21 minutes. Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 270 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from London to Glasgow is with British Airways at 22:00. Opt for the first LHR to GLA departure operated by British Airways at 06:00 to maximise your time in Glasgow.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to Glasgow, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
After booking your cheap flights from London to Glasgow, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within United Kingdom. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're ready to go.
Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Jet off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on a nonstop flight from London to Glasgow. From LHR, you can fly directly into Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
You'll find a direct flight from London to Glasgow with British Airways. This well-known airline operates services from LHR.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from London to Glasgow departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Want a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Glasgow, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can catch a direct flight from London to Glasgow leaving from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Kick off your travels at LGW and hop off the plane at Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
From LGW, direct flights from London to Glasgow can be booked with easyJet.
Split up your flight from London to Glasgow with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between London Heathrow Airport and Glasgow are:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to Glasgow:
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). As soon as your flight from London to Glasgow has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 38 minutes.
The journey will take about 53 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from London to Glasgow, rest your head at a hotel close to PIK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Glasgow
$51 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Glasgow. A return flight starts from $100. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from London to Glasgow, book your trip 2 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from London to Glasgow is October. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the best deal.
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Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London to Glasgow. June is the busiest month to visit Glasgow. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from London to Glasgow for July if you'd like to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Glasgow around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Glasgow, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Glasgow itinerary.
Complete your Glasgow trip with a car rental
Check out our range of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from London to Glasgow. Whether you're looking for an SUV, a compact ride or something more luxurious, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.