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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Glasgow’s flagship museum with major art, natural history, and design collections in a grand Spanish Baroque building.
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Overview: Cambridge to Glasgow flight
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Flights from Cambridge to Glasgow depart on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 23 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:40. The fastest flight covers the 308 miles (497 km) distance in 1h 15m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 308 miles (497 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Flights per day 25 |
Direct flights 23 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:50 AM |
Last flight 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
The cheapest and fastest flights from Cambridge to Glasgow
Showing times and prices for Jul 14
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$237
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Flights per day
24
Distance
497 km
Cheap tickets
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Glasgow will cost around $237 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Fast flights
Of the 24 flights that leave Cambridge for Glasgow onTue, Jul 14, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct flights cover the 497 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jul 14 the longest flights will take 1 h 20 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.
RK 1757:10 AM1h35London Stansted Airport8:45 AMGlasgow International Airport$261One-way0 transfers
U24028:50 AM1h20London Luton Airport10:10 AMGlasgow International Airport$771One-way0 transfers- U24129:55 PM1h15London Stansted Airport11:10 PMGlasgow International Airport$1001One-way0 transfers
- U241011:30 AM1h20London Stansted Airport12:50 PMGlasgow International Airport$1141One-way0 transfers
- U24049:30 PM1h15London Luton Airport10:45 PMGlasgow International Airport$1141One-way0 transfers
- U24129:55 PM1h15London Stansted Airport11:10 PMGlasgow International Airport$1001One-way0 transfers
BA149810:05 PM1h15London Heathrow Airport11:20 PMGlasgow International Airport$2761One-way0 transfers- U24049:30 PM1h15London Luton Airport10:45 PMGlasgow International Airport$1141One-way0 transfers
- U241011:30 AM1h20London Stansted Airport12:50 PMGlasgow International Airport$1141One-way0 transfers
- BA14926:20 PM1h20London Heathrow Airport7:40 PMGlasgow International Airport$3241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cambridge to Glasgow
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 bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $86.
Distance: 308 miles (497 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$83 Average price | $129 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 25m Average total duration 11h 55m 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 |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Cambridge to Glasgow is a bus with an average price of $74 (€61).
This is compared to other travel options from Cambridge to Glasgow:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cambridge to Glasgow costing on average $83 (€68).
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cambridge to Glasgow costing on average $129 (€106).
The fastest way to travel from Cambridge to Glasgow is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 24m.
Other travel options to Glasgow take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 40m.
Bus takes on average 11h 55m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cambridge and Glasgow including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cambridge to Glasgow among Omio's users.
Live departures
Cambridge to Glasgow flight times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Glasgow flights for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RK 175 | 6:05 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h35 | 7:40 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1472 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 7:55 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
 BA8720 | 6:55 AM London City Airport | 1h20 | 8:15 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1390+ BA8880 | 7:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h05 | 4:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| U2861 | 7:30 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 9:00 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1476 | 7:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 9:10 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1478 | 8:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 9:50 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| U2402 | 8:50 AM London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 10:10 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1474 | 9:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 10:30 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| U2869 | 9:05 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 10:35 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1396+BA8880 | 9:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h20 | 4:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| U2609 | 9:55 AM London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 11:15 AM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1480 | 11:10 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 12:40 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| U2863 | 11:50 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h35 | 1:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| U2410 | 11:50 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 1:10 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA8756+BA8880 | 12:25 PM London City Airport | 4h00 | 4:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| BA1400+BA8880 | 1:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h15 | 4:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| BA1486 | 3:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 4:50 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA8724 | 5:05 PM London City Airport | 1h20 | 6:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1490 | 5:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 6:45 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA8728 | 5:50 PM London City Airport | 1h20 | 7:10 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1492 | 6:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 7:35 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| U2887 | 7:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| U2613 | 7:25 PM London Luton Airport | 1h15 | 8:40 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA8730 | 7:45 PM London City Airport | 1h20 | 9:05 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1496 | 8:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 9:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RK 330 | 8:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h35 | 9:55 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BA1498 | 9:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h15 | 11:05 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| U2414 | 10:25 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 11:40 PM Glasgow International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Complete guide to Glasgow
Things to do in Glasgow
Discover the best of Glasgow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Glasgow trip today.
- Must visit
The Burrell Collection
Acclaimed museum in Pollok Country Park displaying international art, medieval objects, and decorative arts from the Burrell bequest.
- Must visit
Riverside Museum
Award-winning transport museum on the Clyde with historic cars, locomotives, and recreated street scenes.
- Must visit
Ashton Lane
Charming cobbled lane in the West End known for its atmosphere, lights, and photogenic character.
- Must visit
Glasgow Green
The city’s oldest public park, ideal for walking and seeing major civic landmarks along the River Clyde.
- Must visit
George Square
Central civic square surrounded by important buildings and statues, often the starting point for exploring the city centre.
Haggis, Neeps And Tatties
Scotland’s best-known traditional dish: a peppery savoury pudding of minced offal, oats and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes. A classic Glasgow pub meal.
- Gluten-free
Cullen Skink
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, often finished with milk or cream. Common across Glasgow and a staple on traditional menus.
Scotch Pie
A small double-crust meat pie, usually filled with seasoned minced lamb or mutton. It is a classic snack from Scottish bakeries and football grounds.
The Gannet
A highly regarded modern Scottish restaurant in Finnieston, known for seasonal produce, polished service and a contemporary fine-dining feel.
The Ubiquitous Chip
An established West End institution known for refined Scottish cooking, strong whisky selection and a characterful split-level dining room.
Two Fat Ladies At The Buttery
A long-running Glasgow favourite for classic Scottish seafood and elegant dining in a traditional city-centre setting.
Pound Sterling
Moderate by UK standards. Pubs and casual dining are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- GBP 8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- GBP 18-35 per person at a mid-range restaurant.
- Fine dining
- GBP 60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- GBP 3-4.50 for a regular coffee.
Tipping culture
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for counter service, but small tips are appreciated.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- GBP 2.00
- Day pass
- GBP 5.60
To the city center
Glasgow International Airport, Glasgow -> Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow
- Distance
- 15 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- Tap on and off with a contactless card is widely available on Glasgow buses and the Subway, but local rail services may require a separate ticket.
- The Airport Express 500 is usually the fastest public transport option from Glasgow Airport to the city centre and runs directly to Central Station area.
FAQs: Cambridge to Glasgow Flight
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.
Cheap plane tickets from Cambridge to Glasgow can start from as little as $23 (€19) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Cambridge to Glasgow is $83 (€68) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Cambridge to Glasgow is 1h 15m to travel the 308 miles (497 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Cambridge to Glasgow leaves at 5:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Cambridge to Glasgow leaves at 10:40 PM.
Flights from Cambridge to Glasgow generally leave from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Glasgow International Airport.London Heathrow Airport is 14 miles (23 km) away from Cambridge city centre and Glasgow International Airport is 1 miles (3 km) from Glasgow city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Cambridge to Glasgow is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cambridge and Glasgow including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Since neither Cambridge nor Glasgow are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between Cambridge and Glasgow.
The best events to attend in Glasgow include:
- Celtic Connections, the UK's largest winter music festival featuring a diverse range of artists
- Glasgow International, a biennial festival showcasing contemporary art across the city
- Glasgow Science Festival, a celebration of science and innovation with events for all ages
- Merchant City Festival, a cultural festival highlighting arts, food, and entertainment in the heart of Glasgow.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Glasgow are:
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, a renowned museum housing diverse art collections and historical exhibits
- Glasgow Cathedral, a stunning example of medieval architecture with a rich history
- The Riverside Museum, an award-winning transport museum with interactive displays
- Glasgow Botanic Gardens, a beautiful green space featuring Victorian glasshouses and diverse plant species
- The Necropolis, a Victorian cemetery offering panoramic views of the city and impressive monuments.
The best things to do in Glasgow include:
- Explore the vibrant West End, known for its bohemian atmosphere, eclectic shops, and lively cafes
- Take a stroll along the River Clyde, enjoying the scenic views and modern architecture
- Visit the Gallery of Modern Art, showcasing contemporary works in a striking neoclassical building
- Experience a live music performance at the iconic Barrowland Ballroom
- Discover the rich history of Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage at the Tall Ship at Riverside.
The best holidays to experience in Glasgow include:
- New Year’s Day, traditional celebrations and parades marking the start of the year
- Easter, springtime blooms and family gatherings
- May Day, local festivities and outdoor activities as the weather warms
- Glasgow Fair, a week-long holiday with various local events and activities
- Christmas, festive decorations and seasonal markets throughout the city.
The best season to visit Glasgow is Spring or Summer. The best weather to explore Glasgow is during May-June or September-October.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cambridge to Glasgow among Omio's users.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Glasgow, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist spots. Common scams include unofficial taxi drivers overcharging and distraction techniques used by groups to steal belongings. It's advisable to use licensed taxis, stay alert in busy places, and avoid displaying valuables openly to enhance safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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