Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Cape Town.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CPT to GLA flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Glasgow International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CPT and GLA:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
At the moment, R 5,449 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 13,313. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to GLA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Cape Town International Airport to Glasgow International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from CPT.
Central Cape Town to Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Glasgow International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cape Town International Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Glasgow and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
From Glasgow International Airport, Glasgow is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
June is the busiest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Glasgow International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Glasgow in April.
Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Glasgow International Airport for July if you want to visit Glasgow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPT to GLA in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a trip to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. No journey is complete without seeing Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.