Flying from Glasgow to Dallas: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Dallas. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the main airports in Glasgow.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is where you'll be arriving in Dallas.
Dallas is five hours behind Glasgow and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Glasgow to Dallas flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Dallas
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Glasgow to Dallas flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Glasgow to Dallas.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it simple to book a Glasgow to Dallas flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Glasgow International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Dallas, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
70.07% of flights leaving from Glasgow International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Give yourself a moment to stretch your legs during your Glasgow to Dallas flight with a stopover. Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is a great option between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Dallas.
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Glasgow to Dallas? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
Arriving in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is approximately 26 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Book a hotel near DFW if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Dallas. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Europcar or Thrifty and explore beyond Dallas's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
DFW is situated at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Dallas. Following your flight from Glasgow to Dallas, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 50 minutes or so.
Easirent, Thrifty and Dollar make collecting a Dallas Love Field Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from DAL three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Dallas Love Field Airport can be found at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
February is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Dallas, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Dallas based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your Glasgow to Dallas ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Glasgow to Dallas in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Dallas
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Dallas, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dallas:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are essential stops on your Dallas itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dallas. Around 370 kilometres to the south, its top attractions include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
San Antonio is another essential stop in United States and is around 402 kilometres south-west of Dallas. No journey is complete without a visit to The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.