Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, making Glasgow four hours behind Abu Dhabi.
To ensure you catch your AUH to GLA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between AUH and GLA include:
London Heathrow Airport
Geneve Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
C$226 is the best price for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$466. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AUH to GLA if you book ahead. Airlines often have 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 cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from AUH to GLA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
78.54% of flights departing from Abu Dhabi International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Abu Dhabi International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to AUH? If you've booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
If you're landing on a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to the centre of Glasgow has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Glasgow based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Glasgow International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Glasgow during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AUH to GLA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Edinburgh, about 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are the start of reasons to visit.