Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to East Midlands Airport (EMA): what you need to know
Glasgow and Nottingham are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Give yourself enough time to catch your GLA to EMA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to East Midlands Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GLA and EMA:
George Best Belfast City Airport
Dublin Airport
Jersey Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to East Midlands Airport flight is £34. A round-trip plane ticket is currently £70. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from GLA to EMA, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to East Midlands Airport.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to East Midlands Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near GLA:
Arriving at East Midlands Airport (EMA)
If you're getting in on a late Glasgow International Airport to East Midlands Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near EMA:
Grab an East Midlands Airport rental car and discover Nottingham and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from East Midlands Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to central Nottingham
From East Midlands Airport, Nottingham is approximately 14 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to East Midlands Airport (EMA)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to East Midlands Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Nottingham based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to East Midlands Airport for July if you'd like to explore Nottingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GLA to EMA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Nottingham has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you should also see. Around 110 miles south-east of Nottingham, a trip to London will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United Kingdom, consider Birmingham, about 45 miles south-west of Nottingham. Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre are highlights.