Flying from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport (KRN): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Glasgow. Check out your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when searching for a flight from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport (KRN).
The timezone in Kiruna is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Kiruna Airport is located in Kiruna.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Glasgow to KRN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Glasgow to KRN even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is an option when flying out of 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 will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
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 driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to KRN flight:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport land on time.
About Kiruna Airport (KRN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KRN if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport. Select one of these options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Kiruna Airport rental car and discover Kiruna and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Hertz and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Kiruna Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Kiruna Airport (KRN) to central Kiruna
Central Kiruna is around 11 kilometres from Kiruna Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, cab or ride-share.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport (KRN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport is ر.ق. 1,564. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 1,304. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to KRN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Glasgow to Kiruna Airport ticket.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on flight tickets from Glasgow to KRN.
Find a cheap flight from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport (KRN)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport (KRN). January is the most popular month to visit Kiruna. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in July.
Book a Glasgow to KRN flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kiruna to range from 7ºC to 21ºC.
January has temperatures of between -20ºC and -5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kiruna
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Kiruna Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kiruna:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Kiruna snowfestival, Kiruna Kyrka and Luossavaara are top attractions which should be on every Kiruna itinerary.
Explore more of Sweden
Piteå is just one of the many cities in Sweden waiting to be discovered once you've seen Kiruna. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Strömlida Skidbacke, Källboparken and Bergets Park.
Around 225 kilometres south of Kiruna, Boden is another favourite stop in Sweden. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Rödberget Fortress, Patinamuseet and Åbergs Fortress.
