Travelling from Stockholm to Glasgow: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Stockholm to Glasgow begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main departure points in Stockholm.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's chief entry points.
Glasgow is one hour behind Stockholm and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Stockholm to Glasgow flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Glasgow
To find cheap Stockholm to Glasgow flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Stockholm to Glasgow is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Flying from Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Stockholm to Glasgow flights departing from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Stockholm to Glasgow? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
73.1% of flights that leave from Stockholm Arlanda Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Bromma Airport (BMA)
BMA is around 8 kilometres from central Stockholm. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Stockholm to Glasgow, unwind in one of these hotels near Bromma Airport:
57% of flights leaving Bromma Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
From the centre of Stockholm, NYO is around 88 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Early departures from Stockholm Skavsta Airport are easier when you stay in a nearby hotel. Get a step ahead by checking in to Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport the day before your Stockholm to Glasgow flight.
With 80.46% of its departing flights arriving as scheduled, NYO is a dependable starting point for your adventure.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Stockholm to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Follow your own route with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience more of Glasgow and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Stockholm to Glasgow has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Travelling by public transport will take around 55 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near PIK. Settle in and get cosy after your Stockholm to Glasgow flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and get going in the blink of an eye.
Score the best price by securing your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Stockholm to Glasgow. June is the most popular month for a trip to Glasgow. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book a Stockholm to Glasgow ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from Stockholm to Glasgow around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Stockholm to Glasgow, 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 tricky to know where to begin. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are popular attractions which should feature on every Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.