Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Southampton Airport to Glasgow is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Glasgow and Southampton (where Southampton Airport is located) are both in the UTC+0 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
The most popular route is from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Take your pick of five weekly services between these two airports. EasyJet offers a 08:25 departure between SOU and GLA.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your SOU to Glasgow flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Southampton Airport to Glasgow tickets are available for booking. Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is where you'll be touching down.
Look out for offers from easyJet. This carrier has direct flights from Southampton Airport to Glasgow.
Travelling from central Southampton to SOU takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel close to SOU? If you're catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Glasgow, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Southampton Airport, 55.7% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow
$37 is currently the best price for a one-way Southampton Airport to Glasgow flight. Return flight tickets start at $71. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book four months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SOU to Glasgow.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Southampton Airport to Glasgow tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to the centre of Glasgow takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Southampton Airport to Glasgow, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Explore without limits with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and experience more of Glasgow and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from SOU to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Southampton Airport to Glasgow has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 55 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SOU to Glasgow flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from PIK two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Southampton Airport to Glasgow. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Glasgow in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Southampton Airport to Glasgow flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOU to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Glasgow right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Southampton Airport to Glasgow:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are highlights which should feature on every Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 499 kilometres south of Glasgow, Cardiff is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.