Travelling from Bangkok to Glasgow: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Bangkok to Glasgow. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the main airports in Bangkok.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's primary gateways.
Glasgow is seven hours behind Bangkok and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your Bangkok to Glasgow flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Glasgow
To pick up cheap Bangkok to Glasgow flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
We make it a cinch to book a Bangkok to Glasgow flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
BKK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Glasgow or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% touch down on time at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 21 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Bangkok to Glasgow, kick back in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.48%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
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 get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near GLA:
Pick up a Glasgow International Airport rental car and discover Glasgow and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bangkok to Glasgow, it takes approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to PIK. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Bangkok to Glasgow:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and be on your way in a flash.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from PIK two weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Glasgow. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Glasgow in April.
When booking your Bangkok to Glasgow tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Glasgow around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Glasgow right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Glasgow:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are must-visits when exploring Glasgow.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Edinburgh, about 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are among the biggest draws.