Flying from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Glasgow. Check out your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organising your flight from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ).
Abidjan (where Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is located) and Glasgow share the UTC+0 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Glasgow to ABJ.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Glasgow to ABJ, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is one option when departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Glasgow to ABJ flight, stay in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near ABJ and shut your eyes sooner:
Grab a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport rental car and discover Abidjan and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
At the moment, ر.ق. 1,292 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,830. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to ABJ, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Abidjan. August is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Abidjan is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Book your Glasgow to ABJ flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
August sees temperatures of between 22ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Abidjan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Abidjan right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Grande Mosquée de la Riviera Palmeraie, Plage de Lido and Côte d'ivoire abidjan are must-visits when exploring Abidjan.
Explore more of Ivory Coast
You've visited Abidjan, now it's time to explore other corners of Ivory Coast. Travel around 290 kilometres north-west to Bouake to check off its popular sights. From Mosquée Issa Keïta to Cathedral Saint Michel and Great Mosque in Dar Es Salaam, your itinerary will be busy.
Next stop? Head off for Divo. It's around 177 kilometres west of Abidjan and is known for highlights like Bouaké.