Travelling from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): What you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) jetting off from here.
Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is four hours ahead of Philadelphia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Philadelphia to GLA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to GLA with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between PHL and GLA include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 56 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to GLA flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport:
Flights from Trenton-Mercer Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82.45% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near GLA and shut your eyes sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Glasgow and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport flight.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
R 5,347 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport. A return flight starts at R 13,211. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to GLA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
April is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport (GLA), while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Glasgow based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to GLA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Glasgow right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow International Airport:
Hogmanay and Glasgow West End are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Glasgow must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Glasgow Cathedral.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Glasgow. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Preston is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Glasgow. No trip is complete without seeing Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.
