Exeter to Glasgow flights

How long is the flight from Exeter to Glasgow?

A direct flight from Exeter to Glasgow takes 1 hour and 35 minutes. With a stopover, flight paths change and the flight duration typically increases to over 3 hours.

What are the most common stopovers?

While many flights from Exeter to Glasgow are direct, flights with stopovers may stop at Manchester (MAN) and Edinburgh (EDI) airports.

What documentation do I need to fly to Glasgow from Exeter?

Nationals of the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and countries in the European Economic Area (EEA) do not need a visa to enter Glasgow from Exeter, but a valid passport or ID card must be presented as proof of identification at the airport. Citizens of other countries may need a visa to enter the UK from mainland Europe.

Is there a time change from Exeter to Glasgow?

There is no time difference between Exeter and Glasgow. Both cities are in the Greenwich Meridian Time (GMT) zone.

Flights from Exeter to Glasgow are operated by these airlines:

• Flybe, a low-cost British airline.
• EasyJet, British budget airline with services from nearby Bristol.

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• March to April is a good time to visit Glasgow, when the weather becomes more pleasant, with increased daylight for sightseeing and outdoor activities. The Glasgow International Festival of Contemporary Arts is one of the many events held during this time.
• August is the peak of summer, with the weather at its sunniest and warmest. It's also one of the best times for festivals in Glasgow. The World Pipe Band Championships are held in August on Glasgow Green. Pipe bands come from all over the world to compete for the coveted grand prize.
• January is the cheapest time to go to Glasgow. With minimal crowds, you'll often find great deals on accommodations and attractions throughout the city. There are many indoor activities to keep you busy in the winter, including museum and gallery visits, and theatre performances.

Exeter Airport (EXT), formerly Exeter International Airport, is located at Clyst Honiton in the District of East Devon. It offers both scheduled and chartered flights within the UK and Europe.

Useful Information about Exeter Airport

Exeter Airport is 4 miles east of Exeter's city centre.

How to get to the airport:

• By taxi – approximately 20 to 22 minutes, depending on the flow of traffic.
• By bus – bus 56A and 56B from central Exeter, around 40 to 50 minutes. Allow additional time for traffic.

Services: free Wi-Fi, lounges, eateries, duty-free shops, newsstands, conference facilities, baby care facilities, observation deck, mobile charging, currency exchange, ATMs.

Flights from Exeter arrive at Glasgow International Airport (GLA), located in Paisley, Renfrewshire.

Useful Information about Glasgow Airport

Glasgow Airport is a little over 8 miles from the centre of Glasgow, and is the second-busiest airport in Scotland.

How to get from the airport to Glasgow:

• By train – McGill's bus 757 has services to Paisley Gilmour Street station, then connecting train to Glasgow Central Station. 55 minutes.
• By bus – Airport Express bus 500 to city centre, stops at Buchanan Bus Station, about 15 minutes. 24/7 service except Christmas Day.
• By taxi – 10 to 12 minutes, depending on the traffic. Allow extra time during congestion periods.

Services: free Wi-Fi for 1 hour, lounges, shops, restaurants, children’s facilities, prayer room, baby changing areas, car hire, currency exchange, and ATMs.

• Explore the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and admire its baroque architecture.
• Stop by Glasgow Cathedral, a medieval building that's Glasgow's oldest, with beautiful glass-stained windows.
• View contemporary art exhibitions at the Gallery of Modern Art, or check out the varied collections at the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery.
• Enjoy the interactive science and technology exhibits at the Glasgow Science Centre.
• Identify as many tropical plants as you can at the Glasgow Botanic Gardens.
• Browse the upmarket shops along Buchanan Street, or pop in for some shopping.
• Admire the architecture around George Square, Glasgow's main square, and then cross over to the greenery of The Meadows.
• Book a guided tour of the Mackintosh House, a reconstruction of Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh's former home.