Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Edinburgh (the location of Edinburgh Airport) and Glasgow are in the same timezone — UTC+0.
To avoid rushing for your EDI to Glasgow flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
EDI is around 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a hotel near EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow
51 € is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow flight. A return plane ticket starts at 107 €. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from EDI to Glasgow, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Travel at your own speed with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and venture far and wide through Glasgow and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from EDI to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. Following your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 55 minutes.
Following your EDI to Glasgow flight, settle in at a hotel near PIK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and be off and running.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Plan your trip to Glasgow in peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking an Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Glasgow around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Glasgow right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Glasgow Cathedral are a couple of big attractions to add to your Glasgow to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Riverside Museum.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in United Kingdom, consider Cardiff, about 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are highlights.
