Flying from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow.
Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport is located in Alicante. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is one hour behind Alicante.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Glasgow Airport (GLA) is the busiest route. EasyJet operates the earliest flight at 07:40. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from ALC to GLA is with Jet2 at 22:50.
For a relaxed start to your ALC to Glasgow flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can book a direct Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow ticket. Start your trip at ALC and land at Glasgow Airport (GLA).
There's a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow, including:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from ALC to Glasgow. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Alicante, ALC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ALC:
Of the flights that depart from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport (ALC) to Glasgow
$34 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow flight. A return ticket right now is $73. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ALC to Glasgow.
April is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ALC to Glasgow by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
The distance from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Glasgow Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from ALC to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Central Glasgow is around 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK). Once your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 55 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can check in after your ALC to Glasgow flight:
Score the best price by reserving your ride from PIK two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
September is the most popular month for flights from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Glasgow in January.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 20ºC. Book your Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALC to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Glasgow right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernandez Airport to Glasgow:
King's Theatre and Glasgow Cathedral are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Glasgow to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Glasgow. Around 290 kilometres away to the southeast, its top attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 402 kilometres southeast of Glasgow, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.