Traveling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
Hong Kong's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Hong Kong eight hours ahead of Glasgow.
Leave enough time to catch your GLA to HKG flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between GLA and HKG:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight is $395. A round-trip fare is currently $658. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from GLA to HKG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from GLA to HKG by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Glasgow International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is around 9 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near GLA? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Book a hotel near HKG if you're catching a late Glasgow International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
The street address for HKG is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
From Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong is approximately 20 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the center.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Hong Kong in April.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport for August if you want to explore Hong Kong during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 79ºF and 90ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from GLA to HKG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 52ºF and 68ºF on average.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Hong Kong. Around 80 miles away to the north-west, top sights here include Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
If you're looking to explore another corner of China, head for Shenzhen, about 17 miles north-west of Hong Kong. Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning are highlights.
