Travelling from Glasgow to Paris: what you need to know
Glasgow has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Paris departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
When jetting into Paris, hop off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another major gateway to this city.
The average time for a direct Glasgow to Paris flight is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Paris's timezone is UTC+1, making Paris one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 12 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Glasgow to Paris is with easyJet at 20:35. Choose the first GLA to CDG departure with easyJet at 07:05 to make the most of your first day in Paris.
To ensure you catch your Glasgow to Paris flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months such as June, you'll want 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 a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Paris
Book ten months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Glasgow to Paris flights.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from Glasgow to Paris. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You can catch a direct flight from Glasgow to Paris leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Begin your trip at GLA and end it at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Lock in your Glasgow to Paris plane tickets with easyJet. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from GLA.
We make it a breeze to book a Glasgow to Paris flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
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.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow to Paris or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your Glasgow to Paris flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Paris:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
You can get to PIK from the centre of Glasgow in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 55 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Glasgow to Paris? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow to Paris. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Explore without limits with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and find adventure across Paris and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
As soon as your flight from Glasgow to Paris has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
Public transport will get you there in approximately 55 minutes.
After your flight from Glasgow to Paris, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to ORY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Paris Orly Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
You'll find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 72 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Glasgow to Paris.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, choose a hotel near BVA. Check in to one of these stays after your Glasgow to Paris flight:
Whether you're after a mini for a solo trip or a full-size SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for your needs. Browse wheels available from providers such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Around three weeks ahead of your flight from Glasgow to Paris is a good time to secure your ride from BVA. You're more likely to land a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
June is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Paris in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to Paris ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap flights from Glasgow to Paris around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow to Paris, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are top sights which should be on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've visited Paris, now it's time to explore other corners of France. Travel around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its leading sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in France, consider Nantes, about 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are the start of reasons to visit.