Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport is 7 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is four hours ahead of Glasgow.
Each week, there are ten Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, jump on the 13:15 Emirates flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 14:35 with Emirates.
To ensure you get on your GLA to DXB flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Dubai (and then seeing more of United Arab Emirates!) is easy with Emirates. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
Emirates ranks as the leading on-time carrier for GLA to DXB flights, with 86.89% of its services landing as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport. These are the top stopovers between GLA and DXB:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Birmingham International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport flight is $268. A round-trip fare is currently $692. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from GLA to DXB, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of all flights departing from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to GLA:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport to the centre of Dubai has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
January is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Dubai in April.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to go to Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GLA to DXB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
Abu Dhabi is another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without a visit to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.