Travelling from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow and you'll be in the air for an average of 45 minutes.
Belfast (the location of Belfast International Airport) and Glasgow are in the same timezone — UTC+0.
With 63 weekly flights between the two airports, Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the busiest route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 06:40. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from BFS to GLA is with easyJet at 22:50.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from BFS to Glasgow.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can get a direct flight from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow. Begin your trip at BFS and end it at Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Book your ticket with easyJet. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow.
Once you've booked your flight tickets from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow, get your documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're flying within United Kingdom. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're ready to go.
The journey from central Belfast to BFS takes around 2 hours and 2 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 31 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to BFS:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Glasgow
C$30 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow. Return flights start at C$59. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from BFS to Glasgow by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is approximately 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 33 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. Following your flight from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow, it'll take you around 38 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 53 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 kick back after your flight from BFS to Glasgow:
Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow. June is the busiest month for a trip to Glasgow. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from BFS to Glasgow around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Belfast International Airport to Glasgow, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are popular attractions which should feature on every Glasgow itinerary.
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