Travelling from Chicago to Glasgow: what you need to know
Chicago has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Glasgow flying out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
When working out where to land in Glasgow, Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the primary gateways.
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Glasgow five hours ahead of Chicago.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Chicago to Glasgow flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Glasgow
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Chicago to Glasgow flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Chicago to Glasgow flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
ORD is around 26 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Glasgow or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
74.85% of flights departing from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is about 14 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chicago to Glasgow, kick back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
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 around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and venture far and wide through Glasgow and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from Chicago to Glasgow has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 55 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Chicago to Glasgow:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Get the lowest price by reserving 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 figure out your trip dates for your flight from Chicago to Glasgow. June is the most popular month to visit Glasgow. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your Chicago to Glasgow ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Chicago to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Glasgow right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Chicago to Glasgow:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are essential stops on your Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres to the south-east, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.