Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 9 hours ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located. Tokyo operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from GLA to Tokyo, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from GLA to Tokyo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you hold a passport from United Kingdom and want to travel to Japan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may vary based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo.
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near GLA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo is C$587. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,074. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from GLA to Tokyo. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to show the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 16 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is approximately 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 58 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near NRT. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from GLA to Tokyo at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Tokyo
June is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo. To escape the crowds, head to Tokyo in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from GLA to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Tokyo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
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