Flying from Reykjavik to Glasgow: what you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Glasgow taking off from here.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's chief entry points.
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Reykjavik to Glasgow flight.
Reykjavik and Glasgow share the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are seven flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Reykjavik to Glasgow is with Jet2 at 11:15. Choose the first KEF to GLA departure operated by Icelandair at 07:35 to maximise your time in Glasgow.
Allow plenty of time to make your Reykjavik to Glasgow flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Glasgow
At the moment, 78 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Reykjavik to Glasgow. The cheapest price for a return flight is 174 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap Reykjavik to Glasgow flights, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Reykjavik to Glasgow is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Depart from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) on a nonstop flight from Reykjavik to Glasgow. From KEF, you can fly straight to Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Icelandair is a popular airline that offers direct Reykjavik to Glasgow plane tickets from KEF.
We make it a cinch to find a Reykjavik to Glasgow flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Keflavik International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
KEF is around 40 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Keflavik International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Glasgow, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
66.96% of flights departing from Keflavik International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you have a late flight from Reykjavik to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Grab a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. Once you've disembarked your flight from Reykjavik to Glasgow, it takes approximately 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 55 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near PIK. Tuck yourself in after your Reykjavik to Glasgow flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride two weeks before your arrival at PIK can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from Reykjavik to Glasgow. To skip the crowds, head to Glasgow in April.
Lock in a Reykjavik to Glasgow ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from Reykjavik to Glasgow around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Reykjavik to Glasgow, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Glasgow, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.