Travelling from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Frankfurt. Check out your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when organising your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
2 hours 1 minute is the average journey time for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport.
Glasgow is 1 hour behind Frankfurt. Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
With 17 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the most popular route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 10:50. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from FRA to GLA is with Lufthansa at 22:15.
Your flight from Frankfurt to GLA won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can find a direct flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
You can book a direct flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport with Lufthansa. This top airline operates departures from FRA.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Frankfurt to GLA. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London City Airport (LCY)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
From the centre of Frankfurt, FRA is approximately 14 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)? Browse the fares leaving from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Take a direct flight from Frankfurt to GLA with Lufthansa. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of HHN.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and GLA:
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can reach HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour and 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to GLA? Relax in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near GLA:
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 reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 33 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
R 1,114 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport. Return flights start from R 2,385. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
9 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to score cheap tickets from Frankfurt to GLA.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when the fares drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from Frankfurt to GLA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Glasgow. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Glasgow. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt to GLA during then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Glasgow to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Riverside Museum.
Complete your Glasgow trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Glasgow and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.
