Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GGW) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is six hours ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your GGW to London flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
GGW is around 2 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Searching for a place to stay before your flight from Glasgow International Airport to London? Consider Campbell Lodge. Enjoy a good night's rest here before making your way to GGW.
58.82% of flights leaving from Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GGW) to London
R 12,490 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to London flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 28,775. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from GGW to London. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Glasgow International Airport to London is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across the month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Follow your own route with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and chase adventure across London and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from GGW to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is located around 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Once your flight from Glasgow International Airport to London has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your GGW to London flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is about 64 kilometres from central London. It takes about 1 hour to reach the city centre by car after your flight from Glasgow International Airport to London.
The journey will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes if you use public transport.
Choose a hotel near STN and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you're coming in on a late GGW to London flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up a Stansted Airport rental car. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are reliable rental providers.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Glasgow International Airport to London is the ideal time to secure your ride from STN. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to London
Travel to London in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Glasgow International Airport to London during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Glasgow International Airport to London flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from GGW to London in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to London:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are leading attractions which should be on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
