Flying from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): What you need to know
Glasgow has two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Glasgow. Philadelphia International Airport is located in Philadelphia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Glasgow to PHL.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Glasgow to PHL with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between GLA and PHL include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights departing from Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% land on schedule at their destination.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). It's a key transfer point for flights from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) departing Glasgow Prestwick Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Glasgow to PHL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Hit the road running by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport flight.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
The centre of Philadelphia is roughly 11 kilometres from Philadelphia International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Right now, $748 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,128. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Glasgow to PHL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Glasgow to PHL.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to visit Philadelphia. August is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Glasgow to PHL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Philadelphia to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Philadelphia
Start your Philadelphia trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Philadelphia International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Philadelphia to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Philadelphia, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 137 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top attractions. From Central Park to Manhattan Skyline and Statue of Liberty, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 137 kilometres south-west of Philadelphia, Baltimore is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Baltimore Aquarium, National Aquarium and Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place.
