Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0, which is one hour behind Madrid.
To ensure you get on your MAD to GLA flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Glasgow International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAD and GLA:
Dublin Airport
London Gatwick Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight is £50. A round-trip ticket right now is £112. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MAD to GLA, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Glasgow International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from MAD to GLA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 11 miles from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Glasgow International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Follow your own route with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and find adventure across Glasgow and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
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 drive to the centre.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Glasgow International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Glasgow. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Glasgow International Airport for July if you want to visit Glasgow during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to GLA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you should also see. Around 250 miles south-east of Glasgow, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Edinburgh is another sought-after 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.
