Travelling from Hamburg to Glasgow: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Hamburg. Hamburg Airport (HAM) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Hamburg to Glasgow departing from here.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's primary gateways.
To ensure you catch your flight from Hamburg 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 standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You don't need a visa for United Kingdom if you hold a passport from Germany and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before booking your cheap flights from Hamburg to Glasgow, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Hamburg to Glasgow. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Hamburg Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Lanzarote Airport (ACE)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Hamburg, HAM can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Hamburg to Glasgow? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Hamburg Airport:
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 33 minutes.
Book a hotel near GLA if you're taking a late flight from Hamburg to Glasgow. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. Following your flight from Hamburg to Glasgow, expect a drive time of approximately 38 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
The trip will take approximately 53 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some cosy stays to park your luggage (and yourself) near PIK. Kick back after your flight from Hamburg to Glasgow at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Glasgow
Rs19,631 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Glasgow. Return flights start from Rs45,946. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Hamburg to Glasgow if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Hamburg to Glasgow.
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Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from Hamburg to Glasgow. To escape the crowds, head to Glasgow in April.
Book your flight from Hamburg to Glasgow for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Glasgow in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Hamburg to Glasgow, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Glasgow itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Riverside Museum.
Complete your Glasgow trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Hamburg to Glasgow. Whether you're after a compact ride, family sedan or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.