Flying from Paris to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) begins with finding the best airport to start your holiday. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main departure points in Paris.
1 hour 49 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport.
Glasgow is 1 hour behind Paris. Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA), with 15 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CDG to GLA is the 07:00 easyJet service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:15 with easyJet.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Paris to GLA.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Paris to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) depart from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport with easyJet. This leading airline operates services from CDG.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Paris to GLA departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
From the centre of Paris, CDG is approximately 17 miles away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Charles de Gaulle Airport:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)? Browse the fares departing from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
EasyJet has direct flights from Paris to GLA leaving from ORY. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Paris Orly Airport and GLA:
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 57 minutes. The airport is roughly 12 miles away, and getting there by car takes approximately 34 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to GLA:
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to the centre of Glasgow is about 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 9 miles away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 33 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Paris to Glasgow International Airport from £37 or travel return from just £58. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Paris to GLA, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your departure.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from Paris to Glasgow International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Paris to Glasgow International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Glasgow in April when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Glasgow. July is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Paris to GLA during then and you can expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Glasgow right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Paris to Glasgow International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are top sights which should feature on any good Glasgow itinerary.
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