Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Faro and Glasgow are both in the UTC+0 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from FAO to GLA start at 06:25 — the earliest with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 20:40 with easyJet. In total, there are ten weekly Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport flights.
Your FAO to GLA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jet2 has direct flights from Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Glasgow — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Jet2.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for FAO to GLA flights is Jet2.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between FAO and GLA:
London Luton Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Right now, $41 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $81. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from FAO to GLA, reserve your trip five months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
76.66% of flights taking off from Faro Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Faro Airport from central Faro, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near FAO? If you're boarding an early flight from Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider booking a hotel close to GLA if you're taking a late Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and venture far and wide through Glasgow and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
From Glasgow International Airport, Glasgow is approximately 14 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the center driving.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
June is the most popular month for flights from Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Glasgow in April.
Book your flight from Faro Airport to Glasgow International Airport for July if you want to explore Glasgow during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FAO to GLA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Glasgow. Around 402 kilometers away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United Kingdom, head for Edinburgh, about 64 kilometers east of Glasgow. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are key highlights.
