Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to London Southend Airport (SEN): what you need to know
Glasgow and London follow the same timezone, UTC+0.
For a smooth journey, 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 board your GLA to SEN flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to London Southend Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between GLA and SEN include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to London Southend Airport (SEN)
55 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to London Southend Airport flight. A return flight starts at 139 €. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from GLA to SEN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Southend Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from GLA to SEN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to London Southend Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
70.07% of flights that leave from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is approximately 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.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near GLA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Southend Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at London Southend Airport (SEN)
Book a hotel close to SEN if you're taking a late Glasgow International Airport to London Southend Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a London Southend Airport rental car and discover parts of London that are off the usual tourist route. Find your perfect set of wheels with Enterprise.
Book your ride from London Southend Airport several weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from London Southend Airport (SEN) to central London
From London Southend Airport, London is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Southend Airport (SEN)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Southend Airport is January, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Glasgow International Airport to London Southend Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GLA to SEN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Bristol is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.