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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Glasgow? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Glasgow flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Glasgow

Alternative London Heathrow to Glasgow routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London Heathrow to Glasgow? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Glasgow: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,261
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 28 mins
Most popular airlineQatar Airways
Average flights per week396

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Glasgow: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Glasgow: Glasgow Intl, Glasgow Prestwick and Edinburgh.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Glasgow is R 2,006. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Glasgow.
Qatar Airways, British Airways and American Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Glasgow.
As of December 2025, there are 396 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Glasgow.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Glasgow is usually December.
If you're flying from London Heathrow Airport, the cheapest airport near Glasgow is Glasgow Intl – which is 11.3 km away from the centre of Glasgow. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,006.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow on Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Glasgow but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Glasgow is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 3°C. July is typically the warmest month in Glasgow, when it usually averages around 17°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is October.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Glasgow.

Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow is 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Glasgow and London (where London Heathrow Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • With 69 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the busiest route. British Airways operates the earliest flight at 06:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from LHR to GLA is with British Airways at 22:00.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your LHR to Glasgow flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.

  • Begin your journey at LHR and fly nonstop to Glasgow International Airport (GLA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow tickets.

  • British Airways is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow.

  • LHR is around 26 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.

  • In search of a hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • 68.18% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport make it to their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow flight is R 1,261. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,006. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LHR to Glasgow.

  • October is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from LHR to Glasgow.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Glasgow

Glasgow International Airport (GLA)

  • The distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow. Book 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 experience the lesser-explored corners of Glasgow and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from LHR to Glasgow.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

  • After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).

  • Public transport will get you there in around 55 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near PIK. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LHR to Glasgow flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at PIK will save you money.

Best time to go to Glasgow

  • Before locking in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Glasgow offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your London Heathrow 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 LHR to Glasgow around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Glasgow

  • Once you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great 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 must-do's during your Glasgow adventure.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Glasgow has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • If you're ready to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, head for Cardiff, roughly 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are among the biggest draws.

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