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British Airways
BA 1496
→ Outbound · 26 Sep
LHR
London Heathrow
GLA
Glasgow
8:55 PM
26 Sep
1h 20m
Direct
10:15 PM
26 Sep
← Return · 6 Oct
GLA
Glasgow
LHR
London Heathrow
5:10 PM
6 Oct
1h 25m
Direct
6:35 PM
6 Oct
from
£114
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 1480
→ Outbound · 7 Nov
LGW
London Gatwick
GLA
Glasgow
10:20 AM
7 Nov
1h 30m
Direct
11:50 AM
7 Nov
← Return · 17 Nov
GLA
Glasgow
LGW
London Gatwick
6:25 AM
17 Nov
1h 30m
Direct
7:55 AM
17 Nov
from
£108
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 1472
→ Outbound · 19 Dec
LHR
London Heathrow
GLA
Glasgow
7:00 AM
19 Dec
1h 25m
Direct
8:25 AM
19 Dec
← Return · 29 Dec
GLA
Glasgow
LHR
London Heathrow
5:15 PM
29 Dec
1h 25m
Direct
6:40 PM
29 Dec
from
£116
Return · per adult
British Airways
BA 1472
→ Outbound · 30 Jan
LHR
London Heathrow
GLA
Glasgow
7:00 AM
30 Jan
1h 25m
Direct
8:25 AM
30 Jan
← Return · 9 Feb
GLA
Glasgow
LHR
London Heathrow
10:55 AM
9 Feb
1h 35m
Direct
12:30 PM
9 Feb
from
£104
Return · per adult
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flights | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | £104 | £133 | Direct available | |
 Aer Lingus | £269 | £270 | With stops |
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How much is a return flight from London to Glasgow?
Return flights from London to Glasgow typically cost between £104 and £117 in August, though fares move with demand, season and how early you book. The lowest fare our search found recently was £104 — a great price and well below the usual range, so a price near this is worth grabbing. Keeping your dates flexible and comparing nearby days is the easiest way to land at the cheaper end.
What is the cheapest day to fly to Glasgow?
The cheapest day to depart to Glasgow is usually Monday, when fares start from around £104 — midweek departures tend to be quieter and cheaper. Thursday is typically the most expensive day to fly out (around £148), as weekend travel is popular with leisure and business travellers alike. Where your plans allow, moving your outbound to a cheaper weekday can noticeably lower the total fare.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Glasgow?
Flights to Glasgow are generally cheapest departing in the morning, with fares from around £104. Departures in the morning tend to cost more (about £104), as those slots are more convenient and in higher demand. Picking an off-peak departure time is a simple way to trim the price without changing your dates.
What is the cheapest London airport to fly to Glasgow from?
The cheapest return flights to Glasgow depart from London Heathrow (LHR), from around £104. London has several airports serving this route and fares can vary between them — Gatwick (LGW) is often the priciest at around £120. It's worth checking which London airport is both cheapest and most convenient for you before booking.
Can I save money by flying with a stopover to Glasgow?
For Glasgow, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct, with fares from around £104 versus about £248 for a 1-stop itinerary. A direct flight also saves you time and the hassle of a connection, so it's usually the better all-round choice on this route. Stopovers only tend to pay off here if a particular date or airline happens to be cheaper.
Average return fare to Glasgow by month
The cheapest month to fly from London to Glasgow is typically January, with return economy fares from £104. Fares are usually highest in April (around £129). Figures are indicative, from sampled live fares, and change with demand.
Cheapest sampled return economy fare, London to Glasgow, per month (gaps estimated). Search live for exact prices.
When to book flights from London to Glasgow
Are your dates flexible? These are the ideal times to fly to Glasgow based on our flight data — find the cheapest days for a 7-day trip.
Cheap flights to Glasgow from across the UK
You don't have to fly from London. The cheapest UK departure for Glasgow is currently London from £104. Compare return economy fares and typical flight times below — figures are indicative from sampled fares.
Indicative cheapest return economy fares by UK origin. Pick your dates in the search form above.
Weather in Glasgow
Monday
Drizzle
17°C
31/08/2026
Tuesday
Light rain
16°C
01/09/2026
Wednesday
Drizzle
14°C
02/09/2026
Thursday
Drizzle
17°C
03/09/2026
Friday
Light rain
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04/09/2026
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About flights to Glasgow
Overview
Glasgow is Scotland's largest city and its cultural powerhouse — a place of grand Victorian architecture, world-class free museums, a legendary live-music scene and some of the friendliest locals in Britain. It works beautifully as a short city break and as a springboard for Loch Lomond, the Highlands and the west coast. With several UK airports offering direct flights to Glasgow, it is one of the easiest Scottish cities to reach, and the price charts on this page show when fares tend to dip.
Best time to fly to Glasgow
Late spring and summer, roughly May to September, bring the mildest and brightest weather, with long evenings and daytime temperatures usually in the mid to high teens Celsius. Expect a little rain in any season — Glasgow's greenery is well earned. Winters are cool rather than harsh, and January's Celtic Connections folk festival is a genuine reason to visit off-season. Summer weekends and the July TRNSMT festival push demand up, so check the When to book chart above for quieter, cheaper windows.
Airlines and routes
Glasgow International (GLA) has frequent direct flights from across the UK. British Airways flies from London Heathrow and London City; easyJet serves Glasgow from London Gatwick, Luton, Bristol and Belfast; and Loganair connects regional cities such as Manchester, Birmingham, Southampton and Exeter. Ryanair flies to nearby Glasgow Prestwick from London Stansted. Flying time from London is around 1 hour 20 minutes, and from Manchester it is closer to an hour. Almost every UK route is direct.
Things to do in Glasgow
Compact, walkable and full of character, Glasgow easily fills a weekend and rewards a longer stay.
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: A free, family-friendly collection spanning Dali to the Scottish Colourists, housed in a striking red-sandstone building.
- Riverside Museum and the Tall Ship: Zaha Hadid's award-winning transport museum on the Clyde, with the sailing ship Glenlee moored alongside.
- Glasgow Cathedral and the Necropolis: A rare intact medieval cathedral beside a dramatic Victorian hilltop cemetery with sweeping city views.
- The Burrell Collection: A recently refurbished treasure house of art set in leafy Pollok Country Park.
- The Mackintosh trail: Follow Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Art Nouveau designs at House for an Art Lover and across the city centre.
At Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The airport sits about 8 miles (13 km) west of the city centre, near Paisley. The Glasgow Airport Express (bus 500) runs frequently to Buchanan Bus Station and Central Station in roughly 15 to 25 minutes. Taxis take 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. There is no railway station at the airport itself, though Paisley Gilmour Street, a short taxi ride away, has fast, frequent trains to Glasgow Central.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Glasgow
- Book roughly four to eight weeks ahead for the best balance of price and choice on these domestic routes, and use the price charts on this page to time it.
- Fly midweek, on a Tuesday or Wednesday, and avoid Friday evening and Sunday return flights.
- Keep your dates flexible and compare early-morning and late-night departures, which are often the cheapest of the day.
- Compare British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair and Loganair side by side, and check cabin baggage rules before you book.
Travel essentials
Glasgow is within the UK, so travellers from elsewhere in Britain need no passport or visa — but do carry photo ID, as most airlines require it for domestic flights. The currency is the pound sterling, and Scottish banknotes are legal tender and widely accepted across the UK. No vaccinations or health paperwork are needed, and NHS care is available in an emergency.
Baggage & hand-luggage allowance for flights to Glasgow
Your allowance to Glasgow depends on the airline and the fare you book. The table below shows typical long-haul allowances so you know roughly what to expect — always confirm the exact limits with your airline before you fly.
| Fare type | Hand baggage | Checked baggage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic / Light economy | 1 small under-seat bag | Usually none — add for a fee |
| Standard economy | 1 cabin bag + 1 personal item | Typically 1 × 23 kg |
| Premium economy | 1–2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 23 kg |
| Business / First | 2 cabin bags + personal item | Typically 2 × 32 kg |
Indicative only. Allowances vary by airline, route and fare — always check your airline's baggage policy.
Packing & baggage tips
- Full-service carriers (e.g. British Airways, Turkish Airlines, KLM) usually include a checked bag on long-haul economy fares; basic/low-cost fares often don't.
- Cabin (hand) bag size is commonly around 56 × 45 × 25 cm — confirm your airline's limit before you pack.
- Liquids in hand luggage must be in containers of 100 ml or less, inside one clear resealable bag.
- Weigh your bags at home — airport excess-baggage fees are far higher than pre-booked allowances.
- Extra or heavier bags are almost always cheaper added online in advance than at the airport.
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