Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Glasgow International Airport is located in Glasgow. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Philadelphia is 4 hours behind Glasgow.
To ensure you get on your flight from GLA to Philadelphia, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from GLA to Philadelphia. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
If you hold a passport from United Kingdom, you will need an ETA to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes around 33 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near GLA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Philadelphia
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia is ₹ 70,643. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 59,505. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from GLA to Philadelphia. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia across the entire month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is around 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 17 minutes.
It typically takes 44 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
After your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 39 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 43 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from GLA to Philadelphia:
Best time to go to Philadelphia
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Philadelphia, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from GLA to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Philadelphia, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Philadelphia to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Complete your Philadelphia trip with a car rental
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