Glasgow to London (GLA–LGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
GLA–LGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 370 miles in approximately 1h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 32 | 319, 320 | 1h18-1h40 | – | – | – |
| BA British Airways Also: AT | 7 | 320 | 1h30 | – | Oneworld | AT |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Glasgow
| Metric | GLA→LGW | EDI→LGW | BHD→LGW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GLA | – | 41 mi | 104 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 46 | 32 | 21 |
| Flight time | 1h 30m | 1h 35m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
GLA: BST · LGW: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Glasgow, it's 6:00 PM in London.
The Gatwick Express departs the South Terminal every 15 minutes to London Victoria (30 min, from £21.50). Thameslink services are cheaper and provide direct access to Farringdon, City Thameslink, Blackfriars, and London Bridge; useful for destinations in the City and East London. Both terminal buildings are connected by a free inter-terminal monorail shuttle (2 min).Taxis from arrivals queue outside; metered fares to central London typically run £70–100 and can exceed this during peak hours. Uber and other ride-shares operate from a designated zone. Rental car desks are in both terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with fog, low cloud, and occasional light snow causing moderate delay risks. Summers (June–August) are mild at 18–25°C. Heat waves are increasingly common and can affect ramp operations. Rain falls year-round with no dry season.
Wind is a more frequent disruption factor than snow at Gatwick. The airport has a single active runway and is sensitive to crosswinds. Autumn storms (October–November) occasionally cause significant delays.
GLA–LGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GLA to LGW
Glasgow Airport (GLA) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and British Airways. With 46 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GLA to LGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GLA to LGW is about 1 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 370 miles (595 km). There are approximately 46 weekly flights outbound and 39 return, totaling 85 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via George Best Belfast City, London Heathrow and Belfast. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Edinburgh (EDI), Belfast (BHD) and Belfast (BFS).