Travelling from Orlando to Glasgow: what you need to know
Orlando's main base, Orlando International Airport (MCO), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Orlando to Glasgow.
Step off your plane in Glasgow at Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, making Glasgow five hours ahead of Orlando.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Orlando to Glasgow flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Glasgow
To pick up cheap Orlando to Glasgow flights, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Orlando to Glasgow flights departing from Orlando International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport (KEF)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Orlando, MCO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Orlando International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Orlando to Glasgow or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 11 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Orlando to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Follow your own route with a Glasgow Intl Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and venture far and wide through Glasgow and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Glasgow Intl Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from Orlando to Glasgow has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to PIK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Orlando to Glasgow:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long taxi queues. Pick up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
September is the busiest month for flights from Orlando to Glasgow. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Glasgow in March.
Before locking in your Orlando to Glasgow tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Orlando to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Glasgow right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Orlando to Glasgow:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Glasgow Cathedral, King's Theatre and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are top attractions which should feature on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Glasgow, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Journey around 290 kilometres southeast to Manchester to check off its leading sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Science and Industry Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres southeast of Glasgow, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome and Bournville Experience.