Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from London City Airport to Glasgow.
London (the location of London City Airport) and Glasgow follow the same timezone — UTC+0.
With 26 weekly flights between the two airports, London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the busiest route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from LCY to GLA is with British Airways at 20:30.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your LCY to Glasgow flight.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct London City Airport to Glasgow ticket. Start your trip at LCY and arrive at Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Book your seat with British Airways. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from London City Airport to Glasgow.
LCY is around 10 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 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 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near LCY? If you're boarding an early flight from London City Airport to Glasgow, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
74.57% of flights taking off from London City Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow
R 1,495 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Glasgow flight. A return ticket right now is R 2,781. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from LCY to Glasgow, book your journey nine months ahead of your departure date.
January is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on London City Airport to Glasgow tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from LCY to Glasgow.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to the centre of Glasgow takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from London City Airport to Glasgow. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway 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.
Booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from LCY to Glasgow can help you secure the lowest rate.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Central Glasgow is around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). After your flight from London City Airport to Glasgow has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 55 minutes or so.
Following your LCY to Glasgow flight, rest your head at a hotel near PIK. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Score the best price by booking your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Visit Glasgow in high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from London City Airport to Glasgow in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a London City Airport to Glasgow flight ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LCY to Glasgow around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Glasgow right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from London City Airport to Glasgow:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Glasgow Cathedral are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Glasgow itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including 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 trip is complete without experiencing Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.
