Flying from Glasgow to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Glasgow is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Santander Airport (SDR) leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
The timezone in Santander is UTC+1, which is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow. Santander Airport is located in Santander.
Your flight from Glasgow to SDR won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Glasgow to SDR. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
GLA is approximately 9 miles from central Glasgow. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Santander Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Split up your flight from Glasgow to Santander Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and SDR include:
Stansted Airport (STN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
You can reach PIK from the centre of Glasgow in about 38 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 53 minutes to cover the 30 miles or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Glasgow to SDR, take things easy in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
About Santander Airport (SDR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow to Santander Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SDR instead:
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
Santander Airport is approximately 4 miles from central Santander. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Santander Airport (SDR)
For a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Santander Airport, £52 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from £97. These are the lowest fares right now but could change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Glasgow to SDR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Glasgow to Santander Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Glasgow to SDR. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll update you the moment the price changes.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow to Santander Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Santander Airport (SDR)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Glasgow to Santander Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Santander, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Santander. August is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Glasgow to SDR sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Glasgow to Santander Airport in February when temperatures average between 5ºC and 14ºC.
More about Santander
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Santander Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santander:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Segunda Playa Del Sardinero, Museum of Prehistory and Archaeology of Cantabria and Jardines de Piquío Jardines de Piquio are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Santander itinerary.
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