Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport takes 1 hour 32 minutes, on average. Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0 — identical to London.
Choose from 155 weekly flights from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport. The 06:15 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take from LGW to GLA. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 21:45 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
easyJet has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to take in the sights in Glasgow — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
If you'd like to break up your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the LGW - GLA route are:
Jersey Airport
Belfast International Airport
Dublin Airport
When flying within United Kingdom, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present some form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've found your cheap ticket from LGW to GLA, check your ID is up to date before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport is $55. The cheapest price for a return flight is $118. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flight tickets from LGW to GLA, book your journey 10 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After a handy hotel near LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near GLA:
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 33 minutes.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Glasgow. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to GLA in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by finding the perfect stay. After booking your flight from LGW to GLA, have a look at our accommodation options including:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are a couple of major attractions to put on your Glasgow travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Riverside Museum.
Complete your Glasgow trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Glasgow International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Glasgow.