Travelling from Inverness Airport (INV) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Inverness (the location of Inverness Airport).
Leave enough time to make your INV to Glasgow flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
INV is around 13 kilometres from central Inverness. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near INV. Whether you've booked an early flight from Inverness Airport to Glasgow or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
65.54% of flights that depart Inverness Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Inverness Airport (INV) to Glasgow
R 1,544 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Inverness Airport to Glasgow flight. Return flight tickets start from R 4,632. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from INV to Glasgow, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from Inverness Airport to Glasgow. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and chase adventure across Glasgow and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from INV to Glasgow can help you secure the lowest rate.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Inverness Airport to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 55 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near PIK. Settle in and get cosy after your INV to Glasgow flight at any of these well-located options:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Before you book your flights from Inverness Airport to Glasgow, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Glasgow offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your Inverness Airport to Glasgow flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from INV to Glasgow around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Inverness Airport to Glasgow, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Glasgow Cathedral are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Glasgow to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Glasgow, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its top sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Cardiff is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. No journey is complete without experiencing Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.