Traveling from Glasgow to Lille Airport (LIL): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when searching for a flight from Glasgow to Lille Airport (LIL).
Lille is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Lille Airport is located in Lille, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to LIL, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a public holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Glasgow to LIL leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Bordeaux Airport (BOD)
GLA is around 14 kilometers from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your vacation? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Lille Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Break up your flight from Glasgow to Lille Airport with a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). A major connection between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and LIL, it's the perfect opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
You can arrive at PIK from central Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Glasgow to LIL flight? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
About Lille Airport (LIL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Lille Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near LIL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Lille Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond Lille's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around two weeks before your Glasgow to Lille Airport flight.
Getting from Lille Airport (LIL) to central Lille
Central Lille is about 8 kilometers from Lille Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Lille Airport (LIL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Lille Airport is $131. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $208. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Glasgow to LIL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Glasgow to Lille Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Glasgow to LIL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when prices go down.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Glasgow to Lille Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Lille Airport (LIL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Lille. September is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Lille Airport (LIL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Glasgow to LIL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Lille, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Lille Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Lille
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Lille Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lille:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Lille when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Palais des Beaux Arts followed by Grand'Place and Grand place.
Explore more of France
Lille has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France you should also see. About 193 kilometers south of Lille, a trip to Paris will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Louve, Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.
Around 161 kilometers south-east of Lille, Reims is another favorite stop in France. Start your sightseeing at Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Center of Visits and Towers of Reims Cathedral.
