Touch down at Glasgow Airport and you’ll discover one of the busiest airports in Scotland. With over 8 million travellers arriving and departing from this transportation hub, it’s designed to be a grand welcome to the Scottish city.
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) technically has two terminals. Terminal 1 is the main terminal servicing most of the major airlines, including British Airways, United Airlines, easyJet, and Emirates.
Glasgow Airport Terminal 2 is best described as an annexe of Terminal 1. It hosts a handful of check-in desks for budget airline Jet2.
The two terminals are contained within the same building, so the arrivals and departures lounges are the same.
Glasgow Airport Services
Accessibility for Travellers with Disabilities
Glasgow International Airport has an extensive range of facilities for travellers with disabilities. For those needing mobility assistance, you can request an airport wheelchair at check-in. Special assistance is also available from all arrival points, free of charge, including the airport taxi drop-off points and bus stops outside of the terminal building.
If you have a service animal with you, they need to have the appropriate documentation to travel with you without quarantine.
Do you have a hidden disability? You are welcome to wear an airport-provided sunflower lanyard that discretely signals to staff that you may require additional support. For example, you may be fast-tracked through security.
Baggage Services
Glasgow Airport Lounges
Free WiFi
Glasgow Airport Parking
There are a variety of options for car parking at Glasgow Airport. For the latest Glasgow Airport parking deals click here.
Short-stay parking
Glasgow Airport short-stay parking is located in the multi-storey car park directly opposite the terminal building.
2-3 min walk to the main terminal.
Prices from £7 for the first 20 min.
Ideal for pick-ups and day trips.
Long-stay parking
The long-stay car park at Glasgow Airport is a short walk or complimentary shuttle bus away from the main terminal building.
8 min walk to the main terminal.
Prices from £50 for 3 days.
Ideal for stays over 1 week.
Mid-stay parking
Better value than Glasgow Airport long-stay parking.
5 min walk to the main terminal building.
Perfect for weekends or mid-term breaks.
Valet parking
Valet car parking at Glasgow Airport is available at the designated valet drop-off spaces in front of the terminal building.
Motorcycles
Motorbike parking at Glasgow Airport is located on level 2 of the short-stay car park.
Glasgow Airport – Live Arrivals
Glasgow Airport – Live Departures
Terminal Information
Though Glasgow International Airport is said to have two terminals, Terminal 2 is check-in only. Therefore, the main terminal is Terminal 1. Here you’ll find both domestic, European, and international flights departing daily. Departures are on the first floor and Arrivals are on the ground floor.
Terminal 1
Transportation options from and to Glasgow Airport
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By Bus
Hop on the Glasgow Express bus to arrive in the city centre in 30 minutes.
*Departure every 30 minutes.
By Taxi
Get a Glasgow Airport taxi from the taxi stands outside the main terminal building.
Or, for a more personalised ride, consider booking a Glasgow Airport private transfer with Welcome.
By Car
Drive to Glasgow city in 25 minutes.
Car rental at Glasgow Airport is located in the Arrivals Hall on the ground floor.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Glasgow Airport
Buses and coaches
The Glasgow Express bus is the most popular way of travelling to Glasgow city centre. The journey only takes 30 minutes and the bus runs from 05:00 to 23:00 daily.
Alternatively, you can get the 757 bus from outside of the terminal building. This bus passes the train station.
Train
Rental cars
Taxis and private transfers
Glasgow Airport – Nearby Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Glasgow Airport: 24/7
Glasgow Airport Shops: Varies depending on the shop but generally between 06:00 and 22:00.
Glasgow Airport Food and Drink: Varies depending on the restaurant but generally between 04:00 and 23:00.
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: 3 hours
European Flights: 2 hours
Domestic Flights: 1.5 hours
Airport Codes
Glasgow Airport code: GLA
IACO code: EGPF
Contact Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What terminal is Jet2 at in Glasgow Airport?
The Jet2 check-in desks are located at Glasgow Airport Terminal 2, however, you’ll be flying from Terminal 1.