Flying from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT): What you need to know
Get your vacation planning underway by considering where you'll board your flight from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are the two main airports in Glasgow.
The timezone in Pittsburgh is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Glasgow. Pittsburgh International Airport is located in Pittsburgh.
Your flight from Glasgow to PIT won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Glasgow to PIT. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
GLA is about 9 miles from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
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70.07% of flights that depart Glasgow International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 30 miles away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
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Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.7%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Consider staying in a hotel near PIT if you're catching a late flight from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport. Settle into one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
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Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
You'll find PIT at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Currently, $399 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $692. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Glasgow to PIT, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
April is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), while July is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Pittsburgh based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Glasgow to PIT plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Pittsburgh to range from 59ºF to 88ºF.
January has temperatures of between 14ºF and 43ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Pittsburgh
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Pittsburgh International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Pittsburgh:
Your Pittsburgh trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights worth exploring include Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art and The Frick Pittsburgh.
Explore more of the United States
Pittsburgh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 150 miles west of Pittsburgh, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Center.
Around 100 miles north-west of Pittsburgh, Cleveland is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
