Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport is 2 hours.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Flights from GLA to FRA start from 06:00 — the first with Lufthansa. The last departure is at 13:00 with Lufthansa. In total, there are 17 weekly Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your GLA to FRA flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Lufthansa offers direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Frankfurt — and maybe even more of Germany if your schedule allows.
Lufthansa tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 67.09% of its services landing on schedule, Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering GLA to FRA flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between GLA and FRA include:
Birmingham International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight is £42. A return plane ticket is currently £104. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from GLA to FRA by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from GLA to FRA.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Glasgow International Airport from central Glasgow, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near GLA:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and find adventure across Frankfurt and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport is roughly 9 miles from the centre of Frankfurt. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
April is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Frankfurt in January.
When booking your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Frankfurt Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to FRA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be discovered. Around 260 miles north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Germany, consider Hamburg, roughly 240 miles north of Frankfurt. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key reasons to visit.