Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Dubai: what you need to know
Approximately 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is four hours ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Dubai Airport (DXB). There are seven services every week between these two airports. Emirates offers a 13:25 departure between GLA and DXB.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your GLA to Dubai flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Direct Glasgow International Airport to Dubai tickets are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) is where you'll be touching down.
Emirates is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from GLA to Dubai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 7 miles in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to GLA:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Dubai
£105 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Dubai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is £241. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from GLA to Dubai.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Glasgow International Airport to Dubai tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from GLA to Dubai.
Find a cheap flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is around 9 miles from central Dubai. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you have a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from GLA to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 35 miles from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
After stepping off your GLA to Dubai flight, unwind at a hotel near DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and get going in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by securing your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Dubai in the off-season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Glasgow International Airport to Dubai plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from GLA to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are highlights which should be on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to discover other parts of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 75 miles south-west to Abu Dhabi to tick off its leading sights. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 70 miles east of Dubai, Khawr Fakkān is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park.
