Flying from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Glasgow has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Jump on a direct flight from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Frankfurt is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow. Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. There are 17 direct departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Lufthansa at 13:00. Choose the first GLA to FRA departure with Lufthansa at 06:00 if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Glasgow to FRA. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can find a direct flight from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Lufthansa is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport leaving from GLA.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Glasgow to FRA. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central Glasgow to GLA is approximately 14 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Catching an early flight from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Glasgow International Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) has direct flights from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Lufthansa operates direct flights from Glasgow to FRA departing from PIK. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Split up your flight from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and FRA are:
London City Airport (LCY)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 38 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Glasgow to FRA, chill out in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
About Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near FRA:
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 37 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
For a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport, Rs24,448 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just Rs52,890. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Glasgow to FRA if you book 9 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are generally at their lowest.
You'll land the biggest savings on your tickets from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport if you plan your holiday for June. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
February is the quietest time to travel to Frankfurt. Alternatively, join the crowds and go in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow to FRA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Frankfurt must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Glasgow to Frankfurt Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Frankfurt. Explore the exclusive deals and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.
