Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is 4 hours behind Abu Dhabi.
To ensure you get on your flight from AUH to Glasgow, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from AUH to Glasgow with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you have a passport from United Arab Emirates, you will need an ETA to visit United Kingdom. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi, AUH can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 28 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near AUH. Whether you have an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Glasgow
Rs45,339 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs103,905. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AUH to Glasgow if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 33 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
As soon as your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 38 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 53 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PIK. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from AUH to Glasgow at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the busiest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Glasgow in April when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap flights from AUH to Glasgow sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Glasgow right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Glasgow to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Riverside Museum.
Complete your Glasgow trip with a car rental
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