Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Glasgow: what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your MSP to Glasgow flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from MSP to Glasgow, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near MSP? If you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Glasgow, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% arrive on time at their destination.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Glasgow
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Glasgow flight is ج.م. 17,241. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 31,521. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MSP to Glasgow if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Glasgow ticket.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Glasgow and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from MSP to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Once your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
The trip will take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your MSP to Glasgow flight, unwind at a hotel close to PIK. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Travel to Glasgow in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Glasgow during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Glasgow, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Glasgow Cathedral are a couple of big attractions to add to your Glasgow travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 499 kilometres south of Glasgow, Cardiff is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.
