Travelling from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport take 1 hour 11 minutes. Glasgow and Kirkwall share the same timezone (UTC+0), which means you won't need to adjust your watch after you arrive.
Every week, there are 7 flights from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport. The first flight from KOI to GLA is at 07:50 and the last is at 18:15.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Finding a convenient stopover on flights from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all the available options. Sumburgh Airport is a popular stopover when travelling from KOI to GLA.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from KOI to GLA, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're flying within United Kingdom. As long as you have another proof of identity, such as a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kirkwall Airport (KOI) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport is £119. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £252. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KOI to GLA.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from KOI to GLA. There's no need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Handy information about Kirkwall Airport (KOI)
The journey from central Kirkwall to Kirkwall Airport takes approximately 17 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 4 miles in 7 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a handy hotel near KOI? If you're boarding an early flight from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport, nothing beats 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 GLA:
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to central Glasgow is about 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 9 miles away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 33 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Glasgow in April.
Lock in your flight from Kirkwall Airport to Glasgow International Airport for July if you want to visit Glasgow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from KOI to GLA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Glasgow
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Glasgow right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from KOI to GLA:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are must-have experiences during your Glasgow visit.
Complete your Glasgow trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Glasgow International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Glasgow.