Flying from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Glasgow's main airport is Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Check out your departure options from this base when searching for flights from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 27 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. The city's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Glasgow.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. There are 338 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with British Airways at 20:30. Choose the first GLA to LHR departure operated by British Airways at 06:00 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Glasgow to LHR won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Popular months like June or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Fly without interruptions from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Direct flights from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) operate from here.
British Airways is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport jetting out of GLA.
From the centre of Glasgow, GLA is around 14 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Planning to leave from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)? You can book a direct flight from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) departing from this busy hub.
British Airways offers direct flights from Glasgow to LHR departing from PIK. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 53 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 38 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Glasgow to LHR? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider booking a hotel near LHR if you're taking a late flight from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London takes around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport is ج.م. 2,203. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 4,157. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Glasgow to LHR.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to London, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow to LHR in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Glasgow to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
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One of the best ways to get a feel for London is to visit its top attractions. Highlights include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
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