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Cheapest return flight
R11 492
Typical prices: R14 183-R18 204
Multiple Airlines
Tue 25/12Thu 18/1
CPT - GLA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R24 405
Typical prices: R7 415-R11 508
Kenya Airways
Mon 26/2
CPT - GLA • 3 stops
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
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 10% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R14 769 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 15h 24m (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 - Mon, Jan 18
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23:10 - 7:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
34h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
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20:55 - 21:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 05m1 stop London Gatwick
R11 492Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
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11:30 - 7:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
22h 00m1 stop London Gatwick
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19:35 - 7:35GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 00m2 stops Dublin Zurich
R12 748Multiple Airlines
5 hours ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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0:55 - 9:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
34h 05m2 stops Istanbul Dublin
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9:55 - 12:05GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m2 stops Dublin Istanbul
R13 343Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
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18:30 - 11:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
19h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:35 - 18:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 972Emirates
5 hours ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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13:40 - 11:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:35 - 18:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 988Emirates
1 day ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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13:40 - 11:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
23h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:35 - 18:00GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 021Emirates
20 hours ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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15:20 - 16:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
27h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:40 - 22:40GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 625KLM
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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15:20 - 16:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
27h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:40 - 22:40GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 691KLM
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
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18:55 - 8:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
15h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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13:55 - 14:35GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 40m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 824British Airways
2 hours ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
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20:40 - 9:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-GLA Glasgow Intl
15h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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18:10 - 19:55GLA  Glasgow Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 840British Airways
1 day ago
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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 with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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 674 return.
•June (R18 932) and December (R17 758) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% 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

R11 492
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport takes 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 R14 183 to R18 204, with an average of R15 278 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 183 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 two weeks of departure) run 12% above the R15 278 route average. Book 17 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 R11 492 to R71 033. 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 R34 022, which is 295% 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 R121 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • DRIVALIA
    • GREEN MOTION
    • 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) – 56% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Cape Town to Glasgow Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 939 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R18 552, a difference of R4 613.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 24m, compared to 17h 05m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 17h 21m 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 and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R13 939, about R4 613 less than Sunday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% 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 674 return in that month – typically R5 258 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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