Travelling from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
Glasgow's main airport is Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Check out your departure options from this terminal when reserving your flights from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ).
Aberdeen's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Glasgow. Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Glasgow to ABZ.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
70.07% of flights taking off from Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Glasgow to ABZ flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on time.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near ABZ instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Aberdeen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drivalia, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Aberdeen's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport flight.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Aberdeen International Airport to central Aberdeen is about 8 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
R 1,331 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport. Return flights start from R 3,757. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to ABZ, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Aberdeen. June is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Aberdeen is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Book your Glasgow to ABZ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Aberdeen
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Aberdeen right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Aberdeen International Airport:
St. Andrew's Cathedral and Aberdeen beach front are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Aberdeen must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to RSPB Dolphinwatch.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Aberdeen, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 193 kilometres south-west to Glasgow to tick off its leading sights. From Hogmanay to Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 153 kilometres south-west of Aberdeen, Edinburgh is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия.
