Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Beijing: what you need to know
Beijing is eight hours ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow International Airport is located. Beijing observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your GLA to Beijing flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from GLA to Beijing, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
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GLA is around 11 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to GLA? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Beijing, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
70.07% of flights leaving from Glasgow International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Beijing
$912 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Beijing flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,148. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from GLA to Beijing, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Drive into your next adventure with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Beijing that most tourists miss.
Boost your chances of securing the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from GLA to Beijing is a smart idea.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is around 56 kilometres from central Beijing. Once you've disembarked your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After stepping off your GLA to Beijing flight, settle in at a hotel near PKX. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Before you book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Beijing offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Glasgow International Airport to Beijing flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Beijing, check out our selection of hotels including:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Beijing to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tiananmen Square.
Explore more of China
Beijing has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a trip to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Tai'an is another favourite destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No journey is complete without seeing Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.