Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Glasgow: what you need to know
O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is two hours behind Johannesburg.
Leave plenty of time to get on your JNB to Glasgow flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from JNB to Glasgow, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Johannesburg to JNB takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near JNB. Whether you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Glasgow
R 7,093 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow flight. A return ticket right now is R 12,202. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from JNB to Glasgow. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from JNB to Glasgow by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks before your flight from JNB to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 55 minutes or so.
After stepping off your JNB to Glasgow flight, unwind at a hotel near PIK. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Visit Glasgow in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in an O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JNB to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Glasgow, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are essential stops on your Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
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.
