Flying from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Dubai. Check out your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when organising your flight from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
8 hours 5 minutes is the average duration of a direct Dubai to Glasgow International Airport flight.
Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow. The city follows the UTC+0 timezone and is four hours behind Dubai.
You can pick from 7 direct flights a week between Dubai Airport (DXB) and Glasgow International Airport (GLA). This is the busiest route, with Emirates offering a 7:20am departure from DXB to GLA.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Dubai to GLA.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Get to your destination in one go from Dubai Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) can be booked from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport with Emirates. This popular airline offers services from DXB.
Most travellers choose to book seats with Emirates from DXB to GLA.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Emirates. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.05% of the time.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Dubai to GLA leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Travelling from central Dubai to DXB takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, 74.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Work a stopover into your journey at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) departing Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Dubai to GLA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
56.64% of flights leaving Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Grab a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Dubai to Glasgow International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to central Glasgow is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Currently, RM727 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,007. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Dubai to GLA by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Dubai to Glasgow International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport (GLA). June is the busiest month to travel to Glasgow. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
Before locking in your Dubai to GLA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Glasgow International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Glasgow wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions you can't miss include Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Glasgow will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Manchester will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Chinatown.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, Preston is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.
