Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles seven hours behind Glasgow.
To ensure you catch your GLA to LAX flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GLA and LAX include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dublin Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is Rs93,881. A round-trip fare is currently Rs164,754. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from GLA to LAX. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of the flights that depart from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near GLA? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
If you're getting in on a late Glasgow International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from GLA to LAX around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another essential stop in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.