Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to City of Derry Airport (LDY): what you need to know
A direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport takes 50 minutes (on average). Derry's timezone is UTC+0 — the same as Glasgow.
There are 31 flights from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport every week. Hop on the 10:45 flight if you want to get going as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to get the most out of your day, the last flight from GLA to LDY is 20:35.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to check out a different city during your journey, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a sought-after stop between GLA and LDY.
For a flight within United Kingdom, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present some kind of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from GLA to LDY, make sure your ID is up to date before you fly.
Arriving at City of Derry Airport (LDY)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near LDY:
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, Glasgow International Airport can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport will take roughly 33 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near GLA:
More about Derry
As soon as you've booked your flights from GLA to LDY, you'll need to find a place to stay in Derry. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. St. Columb's Cathedral Cemetery, Peace bridge and Free Derry Corner are leading attractions which should be on every Derry itinerary.
Getting from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to central Derry
City of Derry Airport to central Derry is around 14 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling on public transport takes around 41 minutes.
Complete your Derry trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to City of Derry Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Derry.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to City of Derry Airport (LDY)
$107 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport. A return flight starts from $217. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To snag cheap tickets from GLA to LDY, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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When to fly to City of Derry Airport (LDY)
August is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Derry in April.
The warmest month in Derry is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to City of Derry Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to LDY in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 7ºC then.