Travelling from Glasgow to Inverness Airport (INV): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Glasgow's main airport, Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Explore the options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Inverness Airport (INV) departing from this base.
Inverness Airport is located in Inverness. The city's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Glasgow.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to INV. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Inverness Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Glasgow to INV flight? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
76.7% of flights leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Inverness Airport (INV)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Inverness Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near INV instead:
Grab an Inverness Airport rental car and explore Inverness and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Budget and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Glasgow to Inverness Airport flight.
Getting from Inverness Airport (INV) to central Inverness
The centre of Inverness is about 13 kilometres from Inverness Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Inverness Airport (INV)
ج.م. 3,831 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Inverness Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 8,756. These fares can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to INV. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Glasgow to Inverness Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Inverness Airport (INV)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Inverness. June is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Inverness Airport (INV), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Glasgow to INV flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Inverness, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC to 21ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Inverness Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Inverness
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Inverness Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Inverness:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Inverness when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at The Highland Military Tattoo followed by NC500 Route start/finish and Lochness-tours.com.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Glasgow is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Inverness. Around 193 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United Kingdom, head for Edinburgh, roughly 177 kilometres south of Inverness. Edinburgh Castle, Crown Jewels and Шотландия are key reasons to visit.
