Flying from Glasgow to Liberia Airport (LIR): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Glasgow. Check out your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when searching for a flight from Glasgow to Liberia Airport (LIR).
The timezone in Liberia is UTC-6, which is six hours behind Glasgow. Liberia Airport is located in Liberia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Glasgow to LIR.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Liberia Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Glasgow International Airport:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.07% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to LIR flight:
76.7% of flights out of Glasgow Prestwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Liberia Airport (LIR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Liberia Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near LIR:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Liberia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Liberia's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Liberia Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Liberia Airport (LIR)
ج.م. 25,874 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Liberia Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 39,326. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Glasgow to LIR. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Liberia Airport (LIR)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. May is the quietest month to go to Liberia. July is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Liberia Airport (LIR), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Glasgow to LIR flight ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Liberia to range from 22ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Liberia Airport in November if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC.
More about Liberia
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Liberia Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Liberia:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Liberia when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Ponderosa Adventure Park followed by Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited Liberia, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its top attractions. From National Park (Parque Nacional) to Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central), there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 274 kilometres east of Liberia, Limon is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
