Flying from Warsaw to Glasgow: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Warsaw. Check out your options leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when searching for a flight from Warsaw to Glasgow.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's chief entry points.
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, making Glasgow one hour behind Warsaw.
To ensure you make it on your Warsaw to Glasgow flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Glasgow
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Warsaw to Glasgow flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Warsaw to Glasgow.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Warsaw to Glasgow by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Warsaw to Glasgow flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Frederic Chopin Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Warsaw to Glasgow, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is approximately 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Warsaw to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Explore without limits with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and see more of Glasgow and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Glasgow flight.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Once your flight from Warsaw to Glasgow has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 55 minutes.
After your flight from Warsaw to Glasgow, settle in at a hotel near PIK. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Pick up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Warsaw to Glasgow. June is the most popular month to visit Glasgow. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your Warsaw to Glasgow tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Warsaw to Glasgow around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Warsaw to Glasgow, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. No journey is complete without visiting Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
