Flying from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport (LUX): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport (LUX).
Luxembourg is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Luxembourg Airport is located in Luxembourg, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to LUX, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Glasgow to LUX that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between GLA and LUX include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Stansted Airport (STN)
Located around 14 kilometers from the center 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.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
70.07% of flights that leave from Glasgow International Airport reach their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport, browse these options when departing from Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
You can reach PIK from central Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to cover the 48 kilometers or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to LUX flight? Unwind in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near LUX and turn in quicker:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Luxembourg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Luxembourg and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport flight.
Getting from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to central Luxembourg
Luxembourg Airport is roughly 6 kilometers from central Luxembourg. The time it takes to get to the center by cab or car rental will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
At the moment, $68 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $145. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Glasgow to LUX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Luxembourg. July is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport (LUX), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Luxembourg is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to LUX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Luxembourg
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Luxembourg Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Luxembourg:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Luxembourg when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Notre Dame Cathedral (Cathedrale Notre Dame) followed by Luxembourg American Cemetery and Grand Ducal Palace.