Flying from Frankfurt to Glasgow: what you need to know
Frankfurt has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
When it comes to working out where to land in Glasgow, Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the major hubs.
2 hours 1 minute is the average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is 1 hour behind Frankfurt.
The most popular route for flights from Frankfurt to Glasgow is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA). You can choose from 17 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to GLA is the 10:50 Lufthansa option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 22:15 with Lufthansa.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you have a passport from Germany and are travelling to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the duration of your stay and can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow.
Flying from Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow, you can catch one from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Travel from FRA to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in one seamless journey.
When taking off from FRA, you can catch a direct flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow with Lufthansa.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Faro Airport (FAO)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes approximately 37 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Frankfurt Airport:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow with a stop so you can freshen up or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Frankfurt Airport and Glasgow are:
Faro Airport (FAO)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
You can reach HHN from central Frankfurt in about 1 hour and 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 121 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow:
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 33 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near GLA if you're taking a late flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 38 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 53 minutes.
There are some comfortable hotels where you can rest ahead of your adventure near PIK. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Glasgow
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Glasgow is ₹ 5,378. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 10,992. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Glasgow, book your journey 10 months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Frankfurt to Glasgow. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Glasgow. To avoid the crowds, go to Glasgow in April.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow for July if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Glasgow in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Glasgow, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are essential stops on your Glasgow itinerary.
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