Travelling from Paris to Glasgow: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Paris to Glasgow. Explore your options for flying out of Paris from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA).
Step off your plane in Glasgow at Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
The average time for a direct Paris to Glasgow flight is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Glasgow one hour behind Paris.
With 11 flights a week between the two airports, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Paris to Glasgow with easyJet at 06:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from CDG to GLA is with easyJet at 22:15.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Paris to Glasgow flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Glasgow
Book three months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Paris to Glasgow flights.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Paris to Glasgow is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Set out from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) on a nonstop flight from Paris to Glasgow. From CDG, you can land directly at Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA).
Check out the deals with easyJet. This airline offers direct Paris to Glasgow plane tickets out of CDG.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for Paris to Glasgow flights leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Paris to Glasgow? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
64% of flights taking off from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport land at their destination on schedule.
CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Paris to Glasgow flight, check out these options when setting off from Paris Orly Airport:
Barcelona Airport (BCN)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You can reach ORY from the centre of Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to Glasgow, kick back in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 79%.
ORY is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA)
Book a ticket from Paris to Glasgow out of Paris Beauvais Airport (BVA) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between BVA and Glasgow are:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Palma - Majorca Airport (PMI)
Alicante Airport (ALC)
The journey to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Paris Beauvais Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Paris to Glasgow flight:
The on-time performance rate of BVA is 71%. To put it plainly, that's how often flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The street address of Paris Beauvais Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)
Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from Paris to Glasgow. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Glasgow Intl Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Glasgow Intl Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Once your flight from Paris to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 55 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Paris to Glasgow:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
March is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Glasgow, while September is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Glasgow based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Paris to Glasgow tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Paris to Glasgow around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Glasgow right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Paris to Glasgow:
Glasgow Cathedral and King's Theatre are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Glasgow to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Glasgow has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres southeast of Glasgow, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Science and Industry Museum.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, roughly 402 kilometres southeast of Glasgow. Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome and Bournville Experience are key reasons to visit.
