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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Flights from Cambridge to Glasgow depart on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 22 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:40. The fastest flight covers the 497 km distance in 1h 15m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 497 km |
Average flight duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Flights per day 24 |
Direct flights 22 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:50 |
Last flight 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£61
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 19 m
Flights on 18 Sept
7
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Cambridge to Glasgow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Glasgow will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £19.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 flights from Cambridge to Glasgow, including 7 direct services.
These direct flights cover the 497 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £95.
Distance: 497 km
| Flight | Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price | £51 Average Price | £127 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 16m Average total duration 11h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Glasgow:
A flight is £22 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cambridge to Glasgow costing on average £51.
A flight is £66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Glasgow costing on average £95.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 40m.
Coach takes on average 11h 46m.
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Glasgow flights for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RK 175 | 6:05 London Stansted Airport | 1h35 | 7:40 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8720 | 6:55 London City Airport | 1h20 | 8:15 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1474 | 7:25 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 8:50 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1390+ BA8880 | 7:30 London Heathrow Airport | 3h05 | 10:35 Glasgow International Airport | 1 change | |
U2609 | 7:40 London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 9:00 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2861 | 7:40 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 9:10 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1478 | 8:55 London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 10:20 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2410 | 8:55 London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 10:10 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1470 | 9:00 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 10:30 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2869 | 9:25 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 10:55 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1480 | 10:25 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 11:55 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1394+ BA8948 | 10:40 London Heathrow Airport | 2h55 | 13:35 Glasgow International Airport | 1 change | |
BA1476 | 11:00 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 12:30 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2611 | 12:40 London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 14:00 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8722 | 13:50 London City Airport | 1h20 | 15:10 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1486 | 14:05 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 15:35 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2887 | 14:30 London Gatwick Airport | 1h35 | 16:05 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8726 | 15:30 London City Airport | 1h20 | 16:50 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1488 | 16:20 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 17:50 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RK 330 | 17:00 London Stansted Airport | 1h35 | 18:35 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8724 | 17:05 London City Airport | 1h20 | 18:25 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1490 | 17:15 London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 18:45 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8728 | 17:50 London City Airport | 1h20 | 19:10 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2871 | 18:20 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 19:50 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1492 | 18:30 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 19:50 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2613 | 19:15 London Luton Airport | 1h15 | 20:30 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2865 | 19:20 London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 20:50 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA8730 | 19:35 London City Airport | 1h20 | 20:55 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1496 | 20:15 London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 21:35 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
U2412 | 21:10 London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 22:25 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
BA1498 | 21:50 London Heathrow Airport | 1h15 | 23:05 Glasgow International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major city museum and gallery with art, natural history and cultural collections. A reliable choice for a broad introduction to Glasgow.
Riverside transport museum in a striking modern building, with vintage vehicles, street displays and exhibits on Glasgow’s industrial past.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s house museum, presenting Arts and Crafts interiors and furnishings that reveal his domestic design ideas.
Large urban park with formal gardens, broad lawns and the university nearby. Ideal for walks, museums and a classic West End atmosphere.
Elegant central square framed by historic buildings and statues. A practical starting point for sightseeing and city events.
Lively West End street known for independent shops, colourful tenements, murals and a local feel that contrasts with the main shopping core.
Minced beef in gravy topped with mashed potato, then baked. A comforting Scottish staple long associated with home cooking and city pubs.
A bowl of oats slowly cooked with water or milk. Traditional Scottish porridge is prized for its simplicity and deep link to everyday life.
A crisp fried fritter made from sliced potato in batter, a classic Glasgow chippy order often served with fish or as part of a supper.
Traditional Glasgow institution known for seafood, oysters and classic Scottish dishes in a lively historic dining room.
Popular city centre spot for fresh seafood and fish and chips, with a casual setting and strong local following.
Well-known pub and restaurant serving haggis, pies and other Scottish favourites in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for tourists.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Flying from Cambridge, England to Glasgow, Scotland is a 497 kilometer journey with over fifty available flights daily. There are departures throughout the day and most are in the early morning at 6:20 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Over the weekend, a majority of the flights are scheduled between mid-day and late afternoon at 4:30 p.m. Quite a number of these flights are direct with no layovers. Cambridge has no airport itself, but numerous airports close by, allowing passengers to access direct Cambridge to Glasgow flights.
Cambridge to Glasgow flights are covered by TAM Airlines, Eastern Airways, BA Cityflyer, Flybe, EasyJet, and British Airways. All these are budget airlines except British Airways, which is a national carrier, and they all afford their passengers comfort while traveling.
The Cambridge Glasgow flights are domestic and only take an average of 1 hour and 15 minutes. This is the fastest flight available which is courtesy of Flybe Airlines It is a direct flight with no layover at any airport. Passengers must factor in travel time from Cambridge to their selected airport.
Cambridge Glasgow flights are routed to at least five nearby airports since there is no major airport within the city. The closest airport is the London Stansted airport which has two to three flights on average every weekday. Only two flights are scheduled on Saturdays, while three are available on Sunday by EasyJet airlines.
Departure airport: The three main airports near Cambridge are the London Stansted, London Luton, and London City airports which are 36 kilometers, 49 kilometers, and 78 kilometers from the city center, respectively. The Cambridge city center is accessible from each of these airports by National Express coach, taxis (hackney carriages), or by using the train. A National Express coach from Cambridge to the Stansted airport takes only 50 minutes while a train takes 33 minutes.
Arrival airport: Passengers touchdown at the Glasgow airport which is 17.7 kilometers to the city center. National Express coaches are available in the city and this short trip only takes 18 minutes even using a taxi. Before using a train, it is necessary to use a coach from the terminal building at the airport to the train waiting area. From here, it only takes 13 minutes to the city center.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Glasgow by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cambridge to Glasgow flights use the London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Glasgow airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Glasgow International Airport is 3 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Glasgow International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow International Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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