Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Washington DC.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your IAD to GLA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between IAD and GLA:
Keflavik International Airport
Dublin Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight is £153. A round-trip fare is currently £368. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IAD to GLA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
74.39% of flights that take off from Washington Dulles International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it takes about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 35 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider booking a hotel close to GLA if you have a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and discover more of Glasgow and beyond.
Booking your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
From Glasgow International Airport, Glasgow is approximately 9 miles away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Glasgow in April.
Book your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Glasgow International Airport for July if you want to explore Glasgow during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to GLA in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Glasgow, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 250 miles south-east to Birmingham to tick off its popular sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Edinburgh is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 40 miles east of Glasgow. No trip is complete without experiencing Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.