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Cheapest return flight
R12 867
Typical prices: R13 853-R17 670
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/12Sat 6/1
CPT - GLA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 262
Typical prices: R7 305-R11 545
Emirates
Fri 23/11
CPT - GLA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Glasgow Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 8% price drop
May
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R14 015 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Glasgow (CPT-GLA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl

Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 6
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23:00 - 13:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
16h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
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19:35 - 21:35GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 00m2 stops Dublin Zurich
R12 867Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:35 - 19:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
32h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dublin
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9:30 - 17:25GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 55m2 stops Dublin Doha Hamad Intl
R13 225Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 5
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23:00 - 20:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
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19:35 - 10:40GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 05m2 stops Dublin Zurich
R13 387Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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13:40 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:35 - 18:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 021Emirates
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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18:30 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
19h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:35 - 16:45GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 135Emirates
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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13:40 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:35 - 18:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 135Emirates
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
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20:40 - 9:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
15h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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15:25 - 14:35GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 434British Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
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20:40 - 9:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
15h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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15:25 - 14:35GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 451British Airways
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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23:15 - 12:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
14h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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16:55 - 21:25GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R17 173KLM
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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23:15 - 16:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
17h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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13:30 - 22:10GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 530KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport at R13 631 return.
•June (R18 229) and July (R16 750) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R7 262
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 16 447 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport range from R13 853 to R17 670, with an average of R14 791 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 853 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 26% above the route average of R14 791. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 867 to R72 561. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R20 630, which is 124% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA)?

    Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R120 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Glasgow Intl (GLA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 52% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 728 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 611, a difference of R3 883. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 28m, compared to 16h 47m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 18h 22m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Glasgow Intl Airport?

    Glasgow Intl Airport is 1 hour behind Cape Town (British Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R13 728 – about R3 883 less than Saturday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport trip for May. Fares historically average R13 631 return in that month – typically R4 598 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Glasgow Intl Airport.
    - Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport By IHG
    - Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport by IHG

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