Flying from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Belfast's main airports, Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Explore the options for booking a flight from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) taking off from either of these.
45 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport.
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Belfast. Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the most popular route. There are 63 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with easyJet at 22:50. Go for the first BFS to GLA departure operated by easyJet at 06:40 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Belfast to GLA.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Direct flights from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) can be booked from here.
If you want to leave from BFS, you can catch a direct flight from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport with easyJet.
From central Belfast, BFS is around 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a handy hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)? Browse the fares jetting out of George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Get on your direct flight from Belfast to GLA with easyJet. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of BHD.
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 12 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 22 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Belfast to GLA, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near GLA:
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 33 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport is C$23. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$56. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 9 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score flight tickets from Belfast to GLA within that timeframe.
To score the best price on your tickets from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport, schedule your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Got flexible travel dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to see the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Glasgow in April when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Belfast to GLA, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -1ºC and 7ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Glasgow International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Glasgow:
One of the best ways to experience Glasgow is to visit its most popular attractions. Highlights include Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
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