Flying from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport (PLQ): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll board your flight from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport (PLQ). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
Palanga International Airport is located in Palanga. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of Glasgow.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to PLQ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to PLQ departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Glasgow International Airport:
70.07% of flights taking off from Glasgow International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to PLQ flight:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near PLQ and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Palanga International Airport flight.
Getting from Palanga International Airport (PLQ) to central Palanga
Palanga International Airport is around 6 kilometres from the centre of Palanga. It takes around 10 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport is R 1,594. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,714. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to PLQ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Glasgow to Palanga International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport (PLQ), while June is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Palanga based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Palanga is July, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your Glasgow to PLQ plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Palanga
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Palanga right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Palanga International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Palanga Beach, The Sculpture Park and Vanagupe Beach are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Palanga itinerary.
Explore more of Lithuania
Palanga will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Lithuania just waiting to be discovered. About 209 kilometres south-east of Palanga, a trip to Kaunas will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Old Town Kaunas, Holocaust Memorial and #KAUNAS.
Siauliai is another essential stop in Lithuania and is around 137 kilometres east of Palanga. No journey is complete without seeing Railway Museum, Photography Museum and St. George's Church.
