Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport is 3 hours.
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Glasgow one hour behind Barcelona.
Every week, there are four Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, jump on the 06:45 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 21:55 with easyJet.
To ensure you get on your BCN to GLA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
EasyJet has direct flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Glasgow — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
EasyJet is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BCN and GLA include:
London Heathrow Airport
London Luton Airport
Stansted Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
At the moment, 27 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 68 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from BCN to GLA, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BCN to GLA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the departures from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Follow your own route with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and discover more of Glasgow and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to central Glasgow has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Glasgow based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Glasgow International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with the temperature ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BCN to GLA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Edinburgh is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. No trip is complete without seeing Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
