Flying from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport (DRS): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport (DRS). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
Dresden International Airport is located in Dresden. The city follows the UTC+1 timezone and is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
To ensure you catch your flight from Glasgow to DRS, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Glasgow to DRS. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
GLA is about 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% arrive on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to DRS flight:
76.7% of flights departing Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DRS instead:
Grab a Dresden International Airport rental car and discover Dresden and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Dresden International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Dresden International Airport (DRS) to central Dresden
The centre of Dresden is about 10 kilometres from Dresden International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport is Rs55,380. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs69,412. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to DRS. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Glasgow to Dresden International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport (DRS)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport (DRS). July is the most popular month to visit Dresden. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in December.
The warmest month in Dresden is August, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Glasgow to DRS flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport in January when temperatures are between -9ºC and 5ºC.
More about Dresden
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Dresden right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Dresden International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Dresden Christmas Market, Zwinger and Dresden Elbe Valley are top sights which should be on every Dresden itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many places in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dresden. Around 153 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Brandenburger Tor and Berlin Wall.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Germany, head for Leipzig, roughly 97 kilometres west of Dresden. Holocaust Memorial, Oper Leipzig and Museum of Fine Arts are among its highlights.
