Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Glasgow and London are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Take your pick of 338 weekly Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with British Airways is the earliest you can take. British Airways operates the last service of the day at 20:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GLA to LHR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
British Airways offers direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is British Airways.
Among carriers operating GLA to LHR flights, British Airways has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GLA and LHR:
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
George Best Belfast City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Right now, R 1,197 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,859. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from GLA to LHR, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
70.07% of flights departing from Glasgow International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near GLA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LHR if you're taking a late Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of about 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to LHR in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.