Flying from Philadelphia to Glasgow: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Philadelphia. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow jetting off from here.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's primary gateways.
Glasgow is four hours ahead of Philadelphia and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Philadelphia to Glasgow flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Glasgow
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Philadelphia to Glasgow flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Philadelphia to Glasgow across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Philadelphia to Glasgow flights.
Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Philadelphia to Glasgow flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Philadelphia International Airport:
78.93% of flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GLA if you have a late flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and see more of Glasgow and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Glasgow flight.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. Once you've disembarked your flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow, it takes approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 55 minutes or so.
After your flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow, kick back at a hotel near PIK. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at PIK will help you save.
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia to Glasgow. To skip the crowds, head to Glasgow in April.
Book a Philadelphia to Glasgow ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Glasgow in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Glasgow, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are must-visits when exploring Glasgow.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Glasgow, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Edinburgh is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. No journey is complete without seeing Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
