Travelling from Dubai to Glasgow: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Dubai to Glasgow. Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
When working out where to arrive in Glasgow, Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the chief entry points.
8 hours 3 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Dubai to Glasgow. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is 4 hours behind Dubai.
With 10 weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Dubai to Glasgow with Emirates at 07:20. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from DXB to GLA is with Emirates at 07:50.
For hassle-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 catch your flight from Dubai to Glasgow.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you have a passport from United Arab Emirates, you will need an ETA to enter United Kingdom. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Dubai to Glasgow for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Take off from Dubai Airport (DXB) on a nonstop flight from Dubai to Glasgow. From DXB, you can fly directly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Emirates is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Dubai to Glasgow departing from DXB.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Dubai to Glasgow. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 49 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Glasgow or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Split up your flight from Dubai to Glasgow with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Dubai Airport and Glasgow are:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in approximately 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Dubai to Glasgow, unwind in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 33 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Once your flight from Dubai to Glasgow has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 38 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 53 minutes.
You'll find some cosy stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near PIK. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Dubai to Glasgow at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Glasgow
172 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Glasgow. A return flight starts at 301 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Dubai to Glasgow.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Glasgow. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from Dubai to Glasgow every day.
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Best time to go to Glasgow
April is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Glasgow, while June is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Glasgow based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Schedule your flight from Dubai to Glasgow for July if you want to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Dubai to Glasgow sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Dubai to Glasgow, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Glasgow to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Riverside Museum.
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