Flying from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located in Birmingham. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is five hours ahead of Birmingham.
Allow plenty of time to get on your BHM to Glasgow flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
BHM is about 6 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near BHM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Glasgow or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.37% of flights that depart BHM reach their destination without delay.
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Glasgow
The best price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Glasgow flight is ج.م. 25,558. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 43,214. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BHM to Glasgow, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Book a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Glasgow. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Glasgow International Airport rental car and explore Glasgow and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BHM to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is about 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Glasgow has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
The trip will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Place 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 BHM to Glasgow flight:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make picking up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Glasgow. The city comes alive in peak season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Glasgow in the low season for a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BHM to Glasgow around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Glasgow right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Glasgow:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are highlights which should be on any well-planned Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Cardiff, roughly 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are key reasons to visit.
