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Cape Town Glasgow
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Fri, 24 May CPT - GLA
Mon, 27 May GLA - CPT
£741 £723
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Cape Town Glasgow
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Sun, 14 Jul CPT - GLA
£270 £257
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Route information

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train Local, one-way ticket
210% Trains are 210% more expensive in Glasgow than in Cape Town.
Cape Town £0.84
Glasgow £2.6
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
140% The average meal is 140% more expensive in Glasgow than in Cape Town.
Cape Town £6.29
Glasgow £15
Distance: 6349 miles
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 11 miles
Glasgow airports
Turnhouse (EDI) How far from city centre: 35 miles
Glasgow Scotland (GLA) How far from city centre: 1 miles
Prestwick (PIK) How far from city centre: 29 miles

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If you are planning to visit Glasgow from Cape Town, here you'll find all the necessary information to book your flights. We'll help you address any possible doubts you may have about this route.

About your departure and destination airports

If you are looking to travel from South Africa to United Kingdom, Cape Town - Glasgow is one of the most popular routes.

In the originAirport Airport CPT, where you'll find a range of facilities and services to kickstart your trip. From efficient check-in counters to relaxing lounges, originAirport Airport ensures a seamless departure experience, setting the stage for a smooth journey ahead.

Upon touchdown at destinationAirport Airport GLA airport, you are welcomed by the modern amenities and convenient services offered at this bustling hub. As you step off the plane, you'll find yourself well-equipped to explore the wonders of one of the top destinations in United Kingdom.

The flight duration is approximately 32 h and 50 m, covering a distance of about 10217 between the two cities.

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Airline(s) serving your route

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Airline(s) catering to your route from Cape Town CPT to Glasgow GLA: Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Glasgow

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United Kingdom. At eDreams have you covered!
If I want to book flights from Cape Town to Glasgow at eDreams, how can I find them?
Using our flight search engine, you can find flights from £257 for the route Cape Town - Glasgow. At eDreams, we always aim at providing our customers with the cheapest option, allowing you to adjust according to stopovers, airports, dates and many other filters.
Is Glasgow more expensive than Cape Town to visit?
Comparing taxi prices, a ride in Glasgow costs an average of 4.00 GBP pounds, 376% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of 0.84 GBP pounds, while train tickets cost 210% more in Glasgow: 2.60 GBP pounds against 0.84 GBP pounds in Cape Town. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 15.00 GBP euros in Glasgow, 138% more than the 6.29 GBP euros in Cape Town. The price of a coffee is approximately 108% more expensive in Glasgow, with an average of 3.26 GBP euros, while in Cape Town the coffee costs 1.57 GBP.
What would be the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Glasgow?
The most popular months to book from Cape Town to Glasgow are March, June and May.
When would be the best time to travel from Cape Town to Glasgow?
The best time of the year to visit Glasgow from Cape Town really depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, December is the best month to fly to  Glasgow from Cape Town in terms of searches from our customers, followed by February and April. If you would rather avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds January, July and October are the months with fewer searches for Cape Town -  Glasgow.
What is the duration of a flight from Cape Town to Glasgow?
Flight duration from Cape Town to Glasgow is around 13:30 hours on average, at an average distance of 10,231 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Glasgow compared to Cape Town?
The average temperature in Cape Town is 28.98 degrees in summer, with precipitation around 9.0 mm ,Glasgow's temperatures reach 23.23 during the hot season, with 3.0 average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -4.14 degrees in Glasgow, compared to the 4.54 average degrees reported in Cape Town. During the winter period, Cape Town can register 12.0 mm precipitation, while Glasgow have an average of 3.0 mm rain level.
The airlines that fly indirectly from Cape Town to Glasgow are:
The airlines that fly indirectly from Cape Town to Glasgow are:
  • Emirates, stopping in Dubai for 560 minutes at least.
  • Virgin Atlantic, with 140 minutes stop in Johannesburg.
  • Virgin Atlantic, with 205 minutes scale in London.
Flight Time 13 h and 30 m Flights from Cape Town and Glasgow last around 13 h and 30 m, although this flight time may also depend on other factors.
Cheapest flight £257 The cheapest price available for flights from Cape Town to Glasgow that have been booked by our customers in the last 72 hours
Peak season December According to search data from our customers, December is the busiest time to fly from Cape Town to Glasgow
Airlines that fly this route Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways Airline(s) that fly fromCape Town to Glasgow

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