Travelling from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport (GLA), there's a good range of airports you can fly out of. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's main options.
Expect to be in the air for 6 hours 35 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Toronto to Glasgow International Airport flight.
Glasgow is four hours ahead of Toronto. Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow, which runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA). There are 4 direct services each week. Air Transat operates a 7:05pm departure between YYZ and GLA.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Toronto to GLA.
With more travellers during peak seasons, plan to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Go straight to your destination from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Direct flights from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) can be booked from here.
When taking off from YYZ, you can catch a direct flight from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport with Air Transat.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Air Transat from YYZ to GLA.
Among carriers on this route, Air Transat is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Pearson International Airport:
Of the departures from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can arrive at YTZ from central Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kms (2 miles) or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to GLA flight:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 62.09%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 105 kms (65 miles) from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Toronto to Glasgow International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations within the expected time frame. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near GLA and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Central Glasgow is around 7 miles from Glasgow International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
£164 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport. Return flights start at £333. These fares can change depending on availability.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
June is when most people book flights from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Plan your visit to Glasgow in April for a quieter experience.
Book a Toronto to GLA plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Toronto to Glasgow International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral are leading attractions which should be on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Glasgow is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 306 kms (190 miles) south-east of Glasgow, a trip to Manchester will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Preston is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 257 kms (160 miles) south-east of Glasgow. No journey is complete without a visit to Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.