Travelling from Tokyo to Glasgow: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow. Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are Tokyo's main airports.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's major entry points.
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, making Glasgow nine hours behind Tokyo.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Tokyo to Glasgow flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
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 easy to book a Tokyo to Glasgow flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Haneda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Central Tokyo to HND is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a handy hotel near Haneda Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Tokyo to Glasgow, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Haneda Airport, 73.52% land on time at their destination.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Tokyo to Glasgow flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Narita International Airport and Glasgow:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to NRT from central Tokyo in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow? Kick back in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your trip officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70.53%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land on time.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is approximately 11 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Tokyo to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Go where the road takes you with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and find adventure across Glasgow and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Central Glasgow is about 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). As soon as your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 40 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 55 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride two weeks before your arrival at PIK will help you save.
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. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow, explore our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are essential stops on your 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.