Travelling from Glasgow to Atlanta: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Glasgow to Atlanta. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the primary arrival point in Atlanta.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Glasgow.
To ensure you make it on your Glasgow to Atlanta flight, leave enough 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 rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Atlanta
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Glasgow to Atlanta flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Glasgow to Atlanta is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a cinch to find a Glasgow to Atlanta flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Glasgow International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
GLA is about 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Glasgow to Atlanta or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
70.07% of flights departing from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Think about adding a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a major stopover on a Glasgow to Atlanta flight leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Use a long layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a quick break to grab a coffee at an airport cafe.
You can get to PIK from the centre of Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Atlanta:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Atlanta, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Travel at your own pace with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and see more of Atlanta and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Atlanta flight.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Glasgow to Atlanta. July is the busiest month to travel to Atlanta. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book a Glasgow to Atlanta ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Glasgow to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Atlanta, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Atlanta to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another well-known destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No journey is complete without seeing NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
