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Cheap Flights from Glasgow to London City

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Flight deals from Glasgow to London City

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Glasgow to London City? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.R 1,762 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,762, select.
London.R 1,782 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Glasgow Intl on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,782, select.
London.R 1,836 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Glasgow Intl on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,836, select.
London.R 1,839 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Glasgow Intl on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,839, select.
London.R 1,840 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,840, select.
London.R 1,840 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Glasgow Intl on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,840, select.
London.R 2,299 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Glasgow Intl on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,299, select.
London.R 2,323 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Glasgow Intl on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in London City.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,323, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to London City

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Glasgow to London City flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 1,840
Aug
from R 1,839
Sep
from R 1,762
Oct
from R 1,840
Nov
from R 1,782
Dec
from R 1,836
Jan
from R 2,299
Feb
from R 2,396
Mar
from R 2,323
Apr
from R 2,400
May
from R 2,400
Jun
from R 2,400

Direct flights from Glasgow to London City

Glasgow to London City: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Glasgow to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London City.

Glasgow to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,762
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 31 mins
Most popular airlineBA Cityflyer
Average flights per week114

Finding cheap flights from Glasgow to London City: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Glasgow to London City is R 3,396. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Glasgow to London City.
BA Cityflyer and British Airways fly direct from Glasgow to London City.
As of July 2025, there are 114 flights per week flying from Glasgow to London City.
The cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to London City is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Glasgow to London City Airport on Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 31 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to London City is British Airways .

Flying from Glasgow to London City Airport (LCY): What you need to know

  • Get your travels underway at Glasgow International Airport (GLA), the main airport in Glasgow. Look for flights from Glasgow to London City Airport (LCY) that depart from this base.

  • 1 hour 30 minutes is the average duration of a direct Glasgow to London City Airport flight.

  • London (where London City Airport is located) and Glasgow share the UTC+0 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.

  • The most popular route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY), with 26 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from GLA to LCY is the 6:30am British Airways option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 8pm with British Airways.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to LCY, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Glasgow

Glasgow International Airport (GLA)

  • Get there in one go from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Nonstop flights from Glasgow to London City Airport (LCY) operate from here.

  • British Airways is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Glasgow to London City Airport leaving from GLA.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between GLA and LCY is British Airways.

  • With 79.43% of services arriving as scheduled, British Airways is the top on-time carrier on this route.

  • GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to London City Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • 70.07% of flights leaving from Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

  • PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to LCY flight? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.

About London City Airport (LCY)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to London City Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LCY instead:

  • Pick up a London City Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Glasgow to London City Airport flight.

Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London

  • Central London is around 10 kilometres from London City Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.

  • It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to London City Airport (LCY)

  • R 1,762 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to London City Airport. Return flights start from R 3,396. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Get your hands on cheap flights from Glasgow to LCY by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for finding cheap Glasgow to London City Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Glasgow to LCY.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow to London City Airport.

The best time to fly from Glasgow to London City Airport (LCY)

  • June is when most people book flights from Glasgow to London City Airport (LCY). Visit London in February if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to LCY plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to London City Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about London

  • Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to London City Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:

  • The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your London must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

  • You've done London, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From The Windsor Castle to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Bristol is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without dropping by Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.

Plan the rest of your trip from Glasgow to London

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