Flying from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): What you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Check out your options for flying out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Vancouver.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to GLA. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays close to Vancouver International Airport:
When it comes to Vancouver International Airport's on-time performance, 71.77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can arrive at CXH from the centre of Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to GLA flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that leave from YXX make it to their destination within the expected time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near GLA and shut your eyes sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport flight.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to central Glasgow is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
At the moment, P13,337 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P36,033. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to GLA. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Glasgow. June is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport (GLA), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your Vancouver to GLA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Glasgow right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Vancouver to Glasgow International Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral are attractions you won't want to skip in Glasgow.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Glasgow has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. Around 306 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, Preston is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.