Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport.
London and Glasgow share the same timezone, UTC+0.
Choose from 29 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport flights. The 06:20 departure with easyJet is the earliest available. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 21:35.
To ensure you get on your LGW to GLA flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
EasyJet is your gateway to exploring Glasgow (and maybe even some other exciting corners of the United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is easyJet.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates LGW to GLA flights. A dependable 96.72% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and GLA:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Dublin Airport
Belfast International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport flight is R 611. A return plane ticket right now is R 1,157. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from LGW to GLA by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LGW arrive at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
London Gatwick Airport is around 48 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to LGW? If you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
Reserve a hotel close to GLA if you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Glasgow Intl Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and discover more of Glasgow and beyond.
Booking your ride from Glasgow Intl Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
September is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Glasgow in March.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Intl Airport for July if you'd like to go to Glasgow during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to GLA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Glasgow, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 290 kilometres south-east to Manchester to tick off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience are the start of reasons to visit.