Flying from Belfast to Glasgow Airport (GLA): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Belfast's main airports, Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Glasgow Airport (GLA) taking off from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 45 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Belfast to Glasgow Airport flight.
Belfast and Glasgow (where Glasgow Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with easyJet at 11:10pm. Go for the first BFS to GLA departure with easyJet at 6:40am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Belfast to GLA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like September or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Belfast to Glasgow Airport (GLA) depart from this terminal.
EasyJet is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Belfast to Glasgow Airport leaving from BFS.
EasyJet is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BFS to GLA.
EasyJet ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 82.39% of services arriving as scheduled.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Glasgow Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
82% of flights departing from Belfast International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of BFS.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
You can book a direct Belfast to Glasgow Airport (GLA) plane ticket with departures from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). Figure out if flying from BHD works better for your plans.
From BHD, direct flights from Belfast to GLA are available with Aer Lingus.
Aer Lingus is the top choice for travellers flying from BHD to GLA.
Among the carriers operating flights between George Best Belfast City Airport and Glasgow Airport, easyJet has the best record for on-time arrivals.
You can arrive at BHD from central Belfast in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to GLA flight:
Flights from George Best Belfast City Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as planned.
About Glasgow Airport (GLA)
Reserve a hotel near GLA if you're catching a late flight from Belfast to Glasgow Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Belfast to Glasgow Airport flight.
Getting from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Central Glasgow is around 13 kilometres from Glasgow Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Glasgow Airport (GLA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Glasgow Airport is ج.م. 1,040. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 2,357. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To snap up cheap flights from Belfast to GLA, book your plane ticket one month before your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Belfast to Glasgow Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Glasgow Airport (GLA)
January is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Glasgow Airport (GLA), while September is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Glasgow based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Belfast to GLA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
January has temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Glasgow Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Glasgow right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Belfast to Glasgow Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Glasgow Cathedral, King's Theatre and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Glasgow. Around 306 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United Kingdom, head for Preston, about 257 kilometres southeast of Glasgow. Brockholes, Avenham and Miller Parks and Samlesbury Hall are among its highlights.
