Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Minneapolis: what you need to know
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5. The city is 5 hours behind Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from GLA to Minneapolis. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from GLA to Minneapolis, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You'll need an ETA for United States if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Glasgow to GLA takes approximately 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near GLA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Minneapolis
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis is $1,021. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,261. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from GLA to Minneapolis, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from GLA to Minneapolis. You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis. Enter your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to the centre of Minneapolis takes about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 26 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MSP instead:
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis. July is the most popular month to travel to Minneapolis. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Minneapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -19ºC and -1ºC. Look for cheap flights from GLA to Minneapolis around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Minneapolis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Minneapolis right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Minneapolis:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Walker Art Centre, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden are essential stops on your Minneapolis itinerary.
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