Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Glasgow: what you need to know
The timezone in Glasgow is UTC+0. The city is 4 hours ahead of Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from DTW to Glasgow.
If you're flying during a popular month like August, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from DTW to Glasgow. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You won't need a visa for United Kingdom if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
DTW is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 27 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 8 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to DTW? If you're boarding an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Glasgow
R 5,610 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 13,791. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from DTW to Glasgow. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 15 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 33 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 38 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
Travelling by public transport will take about 53 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near PIK. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from DTW to Glasgow:
Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow. June is the most popular month for a trip to Glasgow. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DTW to Glasgow in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Glasgow
After booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are major attractions which should be on every Glasgow itinerary.
Complete your Glasgow trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Glasgow and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Glasgow.
