Flying from Frankfurt to Glasgow: what you need to know
Frankfurt is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow flying out of Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
Touch down in Glasgow at Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Frankfurt to Glasgow flight.
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Frankfurt.
With 12 flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow with Lufthansa at 10:50. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from FRA to GLA is with Lufthansa at 22:15.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Frankfurt to Glasgow flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Glasgow
To secure cheap Frankfurt to Glasgow flights, book your journey three months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from Frankfurt to Glasgow. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're after a direct flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow, you can depart from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Fly from FRA to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in one seamless journey.
Lufthansa is a well-known airline that offers direct Frankfurt to Glasgow plane tickets leaving from FRA.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Frankfurt to Glasgow flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Faro Airport (FAO)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
Of the departures from Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your Frankfurt to Glasgow flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and Glasgow are:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
You can reach HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow, kick back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time performance of 53.13%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near GLA if you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 explore beyond Glasgow's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
You can expect the trip to take approximately 55 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to PIK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow. June is the busiest month to visit Glasgow. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in a Frankfurt to Glasgow ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Glasgow in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Glasgow travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Glasgow, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Travel around 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Edinburgh is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. No trip is complete without visiting Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
