Flying from Ottawa to Glasgow: what you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Ottawa to Glasgow.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's primary gateways.
Ottawa and Glasgow are in the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Ottawa to Glasgow flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Glasgow
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Ottawa to Glasgow flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Ottawa
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The journey from central Ottawa to YOW takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Glasgow, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.21% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
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're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Travel at your own speed with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and see more of Glasgow and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Ottawa to Glasgow has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near PIK. Settle in and get cosy after your Ottawa to Glasgow flight at one of these well-located options:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make picking up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at PIK will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Glasgow
April is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Glasgow, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Glasgow based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Book your Ottawa to Glasgow ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Ottawa to Glasgow around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Ottawa to Glasgow, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are major attractions which should be on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited Glasgow, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.