Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, making Glasgow 11 hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MEL to GLA flight.
Flying during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to discover a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Glasgow International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between MEL and GLA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Currently, £334 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £721. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MEL to GLA, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 15 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Glasgow International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Pick up a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
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.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Glasgow International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Glasgow based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Glasgow International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to GLA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. Around 250 miles south-east of Glasgow, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Edinburgh is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 40 miles east of Glasgow. No journey is complete without seeing Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.