Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Glasgow: what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0. The city is five hours ahead of Austin, where Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your AUS to Glasgow flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for flight tickets from AUS to Glasgow, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Austin, AUS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 3 hours 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Glasgow? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to AUS:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from AUS touch down on schedule 81.23% of the time.
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Glasgow
The best price we've found for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Glasgow flight is RM986. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,612. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from AUS to Glasgow, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Glasgow is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices throughout the month and snap up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to the centre of Glasgow takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Glasgow. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience more of Glasgow and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from AUS to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. Once you've disembarked your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Glasgow, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 55 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your AUS to Glasgow flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from PIK two weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Glasgow. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Glasgow in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from AUS to Glasgow around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Glasgow right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Glasgow:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are popular attractions which should feature on every Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 499 kilometres south of Glasgow, Cardiff is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.
