Travelling from Singapore to Glasgow: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Singapore to Glasgow. Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's main airports.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's chief entry points.
Glasgow is eight hours behind Singapore and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Singapore to Glasgow flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Glasgow
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Singapore to Glasgow flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for Singapore to Glasgow flights leaving from Changi International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a convenient hotel near Changi International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Singapore to Glasgow, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
68.95% of flights taking off from Changi International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Arriving in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is approximately 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near GLA if you're coming in on a late flight from Singapore to Glasgow. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo to explore Glasgow and beyond.
Booking your ride from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The centre of Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from Singapore to Glasgow has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 40 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 55 minutes.
After your flight from Singapore to Glasgow, settle in at a hotel close to PIK. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the busiest month for flights from Singapore to Glasgow. To avoid the crowds, visit Glasgow in April.
Book a Singapore to Glasgow ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Glasgow to range from 9ºC to 20ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Singapore to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Singapore to Glasgow, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Glasgow:
Glasgow Cathedral and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum are a couple of major attractions to add to your Glasgow itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Riverside Museum.
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.
Around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
