Flying from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): What you need to know
Dallas's main base, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Dallas.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Dallas to GLA.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Dallas to GLA that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DFW and GLA include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Travelling from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
73.22% of flights departing from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
You can arrive at DAL from the centre of Dallas in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Dallas to GLA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dallas Love Field Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.03%.
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Pick up a Glasgow International Airport rental car and explore Glasgow and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Dallas to Glasgow International Airport flight.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to the centre of Glasgow is about 11 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
RM1,097 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport. Return flights start at RM2,874. These prices may change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Dallas to GLA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Dallas to Glasgow International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Visit Glasgow in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Dallas to GLA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Dallas to Glasgow International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral are essential stops on your Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've seen Glasgow, now it's time to discover other corners of the United Kingdom. Journey around 306 kilometres south-east to Manchester to tick off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Chinatown, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in the United Kingdom, consider Preston, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Glasgow. Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden are the start of reasons to visit.