Travelling from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Glasgow. Check out your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when planning your flight from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS).
The timezone in Tromso is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Tromso/Langnes Airport is located in Tromso.
To ensure you catch your flight from Glasgow to TOS, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Glasgow to TOS with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between GLA and TOS include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Glasgow International Airport's on-time performance, 70.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Glasgow. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to TOS flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near TOS and turn out the lights sooner:
Grab a Tromso/Langnes Airport rental car and discover Tromso and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport flight.
Getting from Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS) to central Tromso
Tromso/Langnes Airport to the centre of Tromso is roughly 2 miles. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS)
£64 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport. Return flights start at £169. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to TOS. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Glasgow to TOS.
Find an affordable flight from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport (TOS). Plan your visit to Tromso in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Tromso is July, with temperatures ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to TOS plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF).
More about Tromso
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Tromso/Langnes Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tromso:
Tromso Fjords and Dark spot for Aurora are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Tromso itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Aurora View Point.
Explore more of Norway
You've visited Tromso, now it's time to explore other parts of Norway. Journey about 137 kms (85 miles) south-west to Harstad to tick off its must-visit sights. From The path along the sea to Trondenes fort and Folkeparken, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kms (110 miles) east of Tromso, Alta is another favourite stop in Norway. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Alta Museum - World Heritage Rock Art Centre, Alta Church and Nordlyskatedralen.
