Travelling from Sumburgh Airport (LSI) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Sumburgh and Glasgow are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Every week, there are six Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, take the 12:10 Loganair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 14:35 with Loganair.
Leave plenty of time to make your LSI to GLA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Glasgow (and then exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze with Loganair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Loganair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Many travellers pass through Kirkwall Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sumburgh Airport (LSI) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight is £139. A round-trip ticket is currently £311. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from LSI to GLA, book your journey nine months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LSI to GLA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Handy information about Sumburgh Airport (LSI)
Sumburgh Airport is around 1 mile from central Sumburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your flight from Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a quick drive from LSI, book a night at The Spiggie Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and venture far and wide through Glasgow and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to central Glasgow has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Glasgow. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from Sumburgh Airport to Glasgow International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LSI to GLA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Glasgow, now it's time to explore other corners of United Kingdom. Journey around 250 miles south-east to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 40 miles east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.