Flying from Glasgow to Paris: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Glasgow to Paris. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
When flying into Paris, step off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another gateway to this city.
Hop on a direct Glasgow to Paris flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
With 12 weekly flights between the two airports, Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Glasgow to Paris with easyJet at 07:05. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from GLA to CDG is with easyJet at 20:40.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Glasgow to Paris flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Paris
Book ten months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Glasgow to Paris flights.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from Glasgow to Paris. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can catch a direct flight from Glasgow to Paris jetting off from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Start your journey at GLA and arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
easyJet is a popular airline that offers direct Glasgow to Paris plane tickets from GLA.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing Glasgow to Paris flights departing from Glasgow International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Bristol Airport (BRS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Glasgow International Airport:
70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Glasgow to Paris flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Paris:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Glasgow to Paris? Relax in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
76.7% of flights departing Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near CDG if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Paris. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's main sights.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Paris flight.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is about 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). As soon as your flight from Glasgow to Paris has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 55 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Glasgow to Paris:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Paris Orly Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from ORY one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Set off for the city centre after your flight from Glasgow to Paris has landed. Central Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get there in a car.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey time is around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by choosing a hotel near BVA after your Glasgow to Paris flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply take a moment to find your footing in a new place at:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar will get you on the road.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Glasgow to Paris to access the best deals.
Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
June is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Paris in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to Paris ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Paris around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Paris, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Paris travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Travel around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its leading sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in France, consider Nantes, about 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are the start of reasons to visit.