Travelling from M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) to Glasgow: what you need to know
M.R. Stefanik Airport is located in Bratislava. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is one hour behind Bratislava.
For a relaxed start to your BTS to Glasgow flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from BTS to Glasgow with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Travelling from central Bratislava to BTS takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near BTS. Whether you're taking an early flight from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Glasgow or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Of all flights leaving M.R. Stefanik Airport, 65.09% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from M.R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) to Glasgow
R 932 is currently the lowest price for a one-way M.R. Stefanik Airport to Glasgow flight. Return flight tickets start from R 2,031. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BTS to Glasgow. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Landing cheap tickets from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Glasgow is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Glasgow. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and see more of Glasgow and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BTS to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Once your flight from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Glasgow has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 55 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near PIK. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BTS to Glasgow flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at PIK can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Travel to Glasgow during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Glasgow in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your M.R. Stefanik Airport to Glasgow flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BTS to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from M.R. Stefanik Airport to Glasgow, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are top attractions which should be on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you should also see. About 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're eager to discover another corner of United Kingdom, consider Cardiff, roughly 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are among its highlights.
