Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo nine hours ahead of Glasgow.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GLA to NRT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Narita International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GLA and NRT:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
403 € is the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 811 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GLA to NRT if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Narita International Airport.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Narita International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to GLA:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Glasgow International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Follow your own route with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and venture far and wide through Tokyo and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Narita International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport to the centre of Tokyo has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Narita International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Tokyo in April.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Narita International Airport for August if you want to explore Tokyo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GLA to NRT in February. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Japan
You've visited Tokyo, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Travel about 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to check off its leading sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.