Travelling from Tokyo to Glasgow: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Tokyo. Explore your options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when booking your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's major gateways.
Glasgow is nine hours behind Tokyo and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your Tokyo to Glasgow flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Glasgow
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Tokyo to Glasgow flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Tokyo to Glasgow is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
We make it a cinch to book a Tokyo to Glasgow flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Haneda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
HND is about 14 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Tokyo to Glasgow or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights leaving Haneda Airport, 73.52% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Break up your Tokyo to Glasgow flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Narita International Airport and Glasgow include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
NRT is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow, kick back in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
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 will take around 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Tokyo to Glasgow. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Grab a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. Following your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 55 minutes.
After your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow, rest your head at a hotel near PIK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and get going in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at PIK can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Glasgow. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Glasgow in April.
Lock in a Tokyo to Glasgow ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Glasgow around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are top sights which should be on any well-planned Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Glasgow, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Journey around 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.