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Showtown Blackpool
Award-winning attraction charting Blackpool’s entertainment history through costumes, sets, and stories from dance, circus, and seaside shows.
Flights from Glasgow to Blackpool depart on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $141 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:05, the last at 20:15. The fastest flight covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 2h 15m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $141 |
Flights per day 17 |
Fastest flight 2h 15m |
First flight 5:05 AM |
Last flight 8:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$281
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$521
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 59 m
Flights on Sep 19
12
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Glasgow to Blackpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Blackpool will cost around $521 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $281.
It's difficult to get from Glasgow to Blackpool without transferring at least once.
BA1483 · BA1370
BA1481 · BA1370
BA8906 · BA8881
BA8881 · BA8904
BA1481 · BA1368
BA1487 · BA1378
BA1483 · BA1370
BA8881 · BA8904
BA1487 · BA1380
BA1483 · BA1378Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Blackpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a flight costs an average of $442.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$442 Average price | $75 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 31m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Glasgow to Blackpool:
A bus is $44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Blackpool costing on average $75.
A bus is $411 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Blackpool costing on average $442.
Other travel options to Blackpool take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 56m.
Bus takes on average 4h 41m.
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Blackpool flights for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA1497 · BA1362 | 5:50 AM Glasgow International Airport | 5h40 | 11:30 AM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1497 · BA1360 | 5:50 AM Glasgow International Airport | 3h55 | 9:45 AM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1499 · BA1362 | 7:00 AM Glasgow International Airport | 4h30 | 11:30 AM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1481 · BA1368 | 7:40 AM Glasgow International Airport | 8h05 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1368+ BA8723 | 8:55 AM Glasgow International Airport | 6h50 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1473 · BA1368 | 9:30 AM Glasgow International Airport | 6h15 | 3:45 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8881 · BA8904 | 11:05 AM Glasgow International Airport | 4h25 | 3:30 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1479 · BA1372 | 12:20 PM Glasgow International Airport | 6h55 | 7:15 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1483 · BA1372 | 1:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 5h50 | 7:15 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8906 · BA8971 | 2:05 PM Glasgow International Airport | 5h20 | 7:25 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1475 · BA1372 | 2:40 PM Glasgow International Airport | 4h35 | 7:15 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1475 · BA1378 | 2:40 PM Glasgow International Airport | 7h15 | 9:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1380+ BA8725 | 4:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 6h45 | 11:10 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1378+ BA8725 | 4:25 PM Glasgow International Airport | 5h30 | 9:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1487 · BA1378 | 5:00 PM Glasgow International Airport | 4h55 | 9:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1487 · BA1380 | 5:00 PM Glasgow International Airport | 6h10 | 11:10 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1489 · BA1380 | 6:15 PM Glasgow International Airport | 4h55 | 11:10 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1489 · BA1378 | 6:15 PM Glasgow International Airport | 3h40 | 9:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1471 · BA1380 | 6:35 PM Glasgow International Airport | 4h35 | 11:10 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1471 · BA1378 | 6:35 PM Glasgow International Airport | 3h20 | 9:55 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1491 · BA1380 | 7:40 PM Glasgow International Airport | 3h30 | 11:10 PM Manchester Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Award-winning attraction charting Blackpool’s entertainment history through costumes, sets, and stories from dance, circus, and seaside shows.
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Popular beach area around the tower and piers, ideal for classic seaside scenes, sands, and quick access to central attractions.
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Blackpool's famous fried potato slices, traditionally sold from promenade stalls and eaten hot with salt and vinegar.
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Blackpool is usually cheaper than major UK tourist cities, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs, especially outside peak summer weekends.
Service is often included or optional. If not, 10-12.5% in restaurants is common for good service. Round up taxi fares; cafe tipping is optional.
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Most Glasgow to Blackpool flights use the Glasgow International Airport to Manchester Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Blackpool 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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