Flying from Glasgow to Graz Airport (GRZ): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Graz Airport (GRZ).
Graz is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Graz Airport is located in Graz, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Glasgow to GRZ.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, 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 GRZ that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GLA and GRZ include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Graz Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to GRZ flight:
76.7% of flights out of Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Graz Airport (GRZ)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Graz Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near GRZ and shut your eyes sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Graz Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Graz's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Glasgow to Graz Airport flight.
Getting from Graz Airport (GRZ) to central Graz
Graz Airport to central Graz is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Graz Airport (GRZ)
At the moment, $425 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Graz Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $512. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to GRZ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Glasgow to Graz Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Glasgow to GRZ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow to Graz Airport.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Graz Airport (GRZ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Glasgow to Graz Airport (GRZ). August is the busiest month to visit Graz. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in January.
The warmest month in Graz is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Book your Glasgow to GRZ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Graz Airport in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC.
More about Graz
Start your Graz trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Graz Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Cathedral, Hauptplatz and Das grüne Herz Österreichs are leading attractions which should feature on every Graz itinerary.
Explore more of Austria
You've visited Graz, now it's time to explore more of Austria. Travel around 153 kilometres north-east to Vienna to tick off its top sights. From Historic Centre of Vienna to Vienna State Opera and St. Stephen's Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Austria, head for Linz, about 177 kilometres north-west of Graz. Ars Electronica Centre, Mariendom Linz and Lentos Kunstmuseum (Museum of Modern Art Linz) are key reasons to visit.
