Flying from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports where your trip can begin in Tokyo. Check out your options leaving from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when searching for a flight from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is nine hours behind Tokyo.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Tokyo to GLA. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Tokyo to GLA departing from Haneda Airport (HND), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Haneda Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Haneda Airport, 73.52% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Split up your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Narita International Airport and GLA include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
NRT is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take you 1 hour or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Tokyo to GLA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
70.53% of flights departing Narita International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Reserve a hotel near GLA if you're catching a late flight from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Pick up a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
The centre of Glasgow is about 11 kilometres from Glasgow International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport is Rs102,548. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs242,896. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Tokyo to GLA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
April is the quietest month for flights from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport (GLA), while June is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Glasgow based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your Tokyo to GLA flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport in January when temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Tokyo to Glasgow International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral are must-visits when exploring Glasgow.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done Glasgow, now it's time to discover other parts of the United Kingdom. Travel about 306 kilometres south-east to Manchester to tick off its must-visit sights. From Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Chinatown, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Preston is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Glasgow. No journey is complete without a visit to Brockholes Nature Reserve, Avenham and Miller Parks and Japanese Garden.