Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL): what you need to know
Montpellier is one hour ahead of Glasgow and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your GLA to MPL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GLA and MPL include:
London Gatwick Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight is 83 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 186 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from GLA to MPL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from GLA to MPL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on time at their destination.
To reach Glasgow International Airport from central Glasgow, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near GLA:
Arriving at Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
If you have a late Glasgow International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MPL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Montpellier Mediterranee Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and explore beyond Montpellier's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport to the centre of Montpellier has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Montpellier. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Montpellier is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GLA to MPL in January. Temperatures average between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of France
Montpellier has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres east of Montpellier, a trip to Marseille will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 257 kilometres north of Montpellier, Lyon is another essential stop in France. No visit is complete without checking out Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
