Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA): what you need to know
Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport.
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which makes Glasgow four hours behind Dubai.
Each week, there are ten Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport flights. If you want to get going early, pick the 07:20 Emirates flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 07:50 with Emirates.
To ensure you catch your DXB to GLA flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Emirates has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Glasgow — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier that operates DXB to GLA flights, with 77.05% of its services arriving as planned.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and GLA:
London Heathrow Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
ر.ق. 580 is the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 1,388. These prices can change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from DXB to GLA by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DXB to GLA.
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Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights departing from Dubai Airport, 74.31% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near DXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Reserve a hotel close to GLA if you're taking a late Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and discover more of Glasgow and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport to central Glasgow has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Glasgow based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Glasgow International Airport for July if you want to visit Glasgow during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to GLA in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Edinburgh is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. No trip is complete without experiencing Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
