Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Glasgow and Nottingham (where East Midlands Airport is located) share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from EMA to Glasgow. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
When flying domestically within United Kingdom, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, like a driver's licence or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow, make sure your ID is up to date.
Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Nottingham, EMA can be reached in about 27 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 52 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near EMA. Whether you've booked an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Glasgow
RM285 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow. Return flights start at RM617. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EMA to Glasgow if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 33 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near GLA:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Central Glasgow is located around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). As soon as your flight from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 38 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 53 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from EMA to Glasgow:
Best time to go to Glasgow
June is the most popular month for flights from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow. To escape the crowds, travel to Glasgow in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from EMA to Glasgow in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Glasgow
Start your Glasgow trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from East Midlands Airport to Glasgow, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Glasgow itinerary.
Complete your Glasgow trip with a car rental
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