Travelling from Glasgow to Stansted Airport (STN): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Glasgow International Airport (GLA), the main airport in Glasgow. Look for flights from Glasgow to Stansted Airport (STN) that depart from this base.
Jump on a direct Glasgow to Stansted Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 20 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Glasgow. Stansted Airport is located in London.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route. There are 13 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with easyJet at 8:15pm. Choose the first GLA to STN departure with easyJet at 6:25am if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Glasgow to STN. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Fly without interruptions from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Nonstop flights from Glasgow to Stansted Airport (STN) are available from here.
easyJet is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Glasgow to Stansted Airport leaving from GLA.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between GLA and STN is easyJet.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
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70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
You can arrive at PIK from the centre of Glasgow in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
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When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
About Stansted Airport (STN)
Book a hotel near STN if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Stansted Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Stansted Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Stansted Airport flight.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
Central London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport and takes about 1 hour to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a cab, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Stansted Airport (STN)
Right now, 17 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Stansted Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 48 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to STN if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Glasgow to Stansted Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Stansted Airport (STN)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to London. August is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Stansted Airport (STN), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to STN plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Stansted Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
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