Flying from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Glasgow. Explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when organising your flight from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Glasgow. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located in Atlanta.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to ATL, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Glasgow to ATL with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GLA and ATL include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
70.07% of flights taking off from Glasgow International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Break up your flight from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport with a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). A major connection between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and ATL, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to ATL flight? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
76.7% of all departures from Glasgow Prestwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Reserve a hotel near ATL if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Check in to one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and explore beyond Atlanta's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to central Atlanta is around 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
$1,231 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Return flights start from $1,451. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Glasgow to ATL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). July is the busiest month to visit Atlanta. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
When booking your Glasgow to ATL flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Atlanta when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Georgia Aquarium followed by Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Atlanta, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 225 kilometres west to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From 16th Street Baptist Church to Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Montgomery is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 225 kilometres south-west of Atlanta. No journey is complete without a visit to Civil Rights Memorial, Natl memorial for peace and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.