Car Hire at Glasgow Airport
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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
GBP
Dialing code
44
Traffic direction
Left-hand
Speed limit out of city centre
97 km/h
60 mi/h
Speed limit within city centre
48 km/h
30 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Airport Car Hire
Busy and modern, Glasgow has been working hard to be recognized as a hub of innovation and culture. Although its charms might be rougher than those of neighboring Edinburgh, the city has plenty of heritage, architecture, and art. There are tens of sights and attractions in Glasgow for visitors to enjoy, but these are three of the most notable:
- Glasgow Science Centre. One of the best of its kind, Glasgow Science Centre is a fun place for all generations to enjoy. Made up of multiple interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and laboratories open for visitors, this is the best place to see, touch, and smell science and invention. The centre also includes the Glasgow Tower, the largest freely-rotating tower in the world.
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. An impressively diverse museum, the Kelvingrove has interesting exhibitions on hundreds of topics. From paintings by world-famous artists like van Gogh and Dali to collections of artefacts from prehistoric civilizations and dinosaur fossils, this is the right place to quench your thirst of knowledge. Located in an impressive baroque building, the museum is inside the park of the same name.
- Riverside Museum. Designed by the famous architect Zaha Hadid and recognized as the European Museum of the Year in 2013, Riverside is one of the most impressive contemporary buildings in the city. Inside, visitors can find locomotives, vehicles, ship models, and interesting collections dedicated to different means of transportation and industry. If you liked Riverside Museum, you might also appreciate the People’s Palace and Winter Gardens, a folk museum dedicated to the roots and history of Glaswegians.
Top international routes
- London
- Dublin
- Amsterdam
- Dubai
- Bristol
- Belfast
Main airlines
easyJet, Flybe, Ryanair, Jet2.com, TUI Airways, and British Airways
Terminals
The single airport terminal consists of three piers—the West Pier, the Central Pier, and the East Pier. West Pier is also known as the International Pier. All three piers are connected and you can easily walk between them.
Location
Glasgow Airport is about 16 km (10 mi) from Glasgow city center. Highway M8 is the main road connecting the airport to the city.
Most popular types of hire car
- Station wagons - starting at £ 53 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 53 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 36 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 26 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 60 per day
Car hire desks
Most are located near the domestic arrivals hall.
Services and facilities
You’ll find many snack kiosks, cafés, and restaurants, a sports bar, and a pub. For shopping, visit one of the many stores, duty-free outlets, Scottish-themed gift shops, or the airport supermarket. There are also ATMs, baby changing rooms, a children’s play zone, a spa, laundry service, photo booths, and a prayer room. Luggage storage, on the ground floor near the British Airways check-in desks, is open daily from 4:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The airport is well equipped for travelers with reduced mobility and offers special assistance, but you should get in touch with your airline before your flight if you’d like this service. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest petrol station
Gulf Hillington petrol station, located at Sandwood Road, Glasgow G52 4JZ, can be reached in about six minutes and is open 24/7. While other petrol stations are even closer to Glasgow Airport, travelers give this one a high rating.
Popular one-way hires
- Edinburgh (88 km / 55 mi). The capital of Scotland is one of the most picturesque (and most visited) cities in all of the United Kingdom. Attractions include the beautiful Edinburgh Old Town, the National Museum of Scotland, and the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. Many nice beaches are also located within the city limits.
- Prestwick (61 km / 38 mi). A small town best known as the location of the secondary Glasgow Airport, Prestwick nonetheless has its fair share of delights. The attractions include a number of high-quality golf courses, the Shaw Monument, and the St. Nicholas Church.
- Manchester (352 km / 219 mi). Best known as an industrial center and the home of two famous English football teams, Manchester is also a city of science, arts, and culture. Some of the most popular destinations in the city are the impressive Manchester Town Hall, Central Library, and the People's History Museum, as well as famous areas like Chinatown, the Village, and Curry Mile.
- Dublin (404 km / 251 mi). The capital of the Republic of Ireland, Dublin’s attractions include the St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, Dublin City Gallery, Famine Memorial, and Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship Museum. The fastest trip from Edinburgh to Dublin includes taking a ferry from Scotland to Northern Ireland, so if you plan to travel this way, ask your rental car provider in advance if they permit you taking a rental car on a boat.
- London Ashford International Railway Station (764 km / 475 mi). The capital of England and the United Kingdom, London is home to such world-famous landmarks as Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus, Tower Bridge, and Trafalgar Square. London is also a foodie’s dream, with delicious cuisine from all over the world widely available in the city.
- Cardiff (639 km / 397 mi). The capital and largest city of Wales, Cardiff is something of a hidden gem among British cities. Its attractions include the 11th century-built Cardiff Castle, the Wales Millennium Center of opera and dance, and St. Fagans National History Museum. After seeing Cardiff, you can visit the nearby Bristol or Swansea, two other interesting travel destinations.
- Middlesbrough (304 km / 189 mi)
- Leicester (505 km / 314 mi)
- Tunbridge Wells (713 km / 443 mi)
- Wellingborough (568 km / 353 mi)
Airport information
Glasgow Airport (GLA)
- IATA: GLA
- ICAO: EGPF
- Name: Glasgow Airport (GLA)
- Size: Large Airport
- Flights per year: 98,217
- Passengers (per year): 9,327,193
- Distance from the city centre: 6.8 miles / 11 km W of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +44 (0)870 040 0008
Top 17 Destinations around Glasgow Airport
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Edinburgh Airport starting at £ 9.53 per day55.6 km / 34.6 miles away
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Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station starting at £ 14.26 per day67.0 km / 41.6 miles away
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Dundee Airport starting at £ 29.54 per day100.3 km / 62.3 miles away
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Belfast Cruise Port starting at £ 12.43 per day172.1 km / 106.9 miles away
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George Best Belfast City Airport starting at £ 9.30 per day172.4 km / 107.1 miles away
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Belfast International Airport starting at £ 9.30 per day182.9 km / 113.6 miles away
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Newcastle Airport starting at £ 17.62 per day185.6 km / 115.3 miles away
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Inverness Airport starting at £ 34.41 per day187.2 km / 116.3 miles away
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Aberdeen Airport starting at £ 12.70 per day195.0 km / 121.2 miles away
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Isle of Man Airport starting at £ 28.55 per day199.3 km / 123.8 miles away
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Leeds Bradford Airport starting at £ 20.86 per day277.0 km / 172.1 miles away
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Holyhead Port starting at £ 23.39 per day284.4 km / 176.7 miles away
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Liverpool Airport starting at £ 10.64 per day295.3 km / 183.5 miles away
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Manchester Airport starting at £ 15.04 per day306.6 km / 190.5 miles away
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Doncaster Sheffield Airport starting at £ 17.61 per day337.7 km / 209.8 miles away
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Humberside Airport starting at £ 16.04 per day356.9 km / 221.8 miles away
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East Midlands Airport starting at £ 18.20 per day386.6 km / 240.2 miles away
Map of Car Hire Destinations
During which month is it most affordable to hire a car at Glasgow Airport?
Our data show how prices for hiring a car at Glasgow Airport fluctuate depending on the time of the year. This graph can assist you in finding the best bargain.
Average Price for Hiring a Car at Glasgow Airport
The cheapest month to hire a car at Glasgow Airport is February with prices starting at £ 22.05 for an Economy class cars. The most expensive month in which to hire a car is November with prices for for a Compact class) starting at £ 143.07. The average cost over the course of the entire year is £ 68. You can use this to plan your trip at the time of year when it would be most economical to hire a car. Note that these prices are only averages. The amount of time you hire a car for and the time at which you book will influence the prices.
What’s the most popular hire length at Glasgow Airport?
Hirers picking up a car at Glasgow Airport keep them for an average of 7 days during in October, while those picking up their cars in January keep them for an average of 6.
Average Hire Length at Glasgow Airport
Which month sees the highest demand for car hire at Glasgow Airport?
Though Glasgow Airport is popular for travellers all year long, the month with the highest demand for hire cars is in July. November is the month that sees the lowest demand for hire cars.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Easirent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Citroen C3 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Toyota Verso | 5 | 1 | People Carriers/Vans |
| GreenMotion | Mercedes Benz Vito | 4 | 2 | People Carriers/Vans |
| Enterprise | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Our Customers Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
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United Kingdom
Mercedes Benz Vito
23 July 2020
It was a good experience, the rental representative were really nice.
Top 13 Hire Companies at Glasgow Airport in 2021
Interrent
+4401418891684
Phoenix Industrial Estate, Inchinnan Rd, Paisley PA3 2RP
Working hours
Mon:07:00-19:00
Tue:07:00-19:00
Wed:07:00-19:00
Thu:07:00-19:00
Fri:07:00-19:00
Sat:07:00-19:00
Sun:07:00-19:00
Enterprise
+441418401300
Glasgow Airport, Car Rental Centre, Paisley PA3 2ST
£ 34 - £ 138
Alamo
+441418401300
Glasgow Airport, Car Rental Centre, Paisley PA3 2ST
£ 34 - £ 138
Arnold Clark
+441413011887 / +441418478602 / +441415670561
16-30 Murray Street, Glasgow
£ 30 - £ 307
SIXT
+448444993399
64 Inchinnan Road
£ 31 - £ 140
Keddy
+4403713841079
Car Rental Centre
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-22:00
Avis
+4403445446003
St Andrews Drive
£ 20 - £ 75
Working hours
Mon:07:00-22:30
Tue:07:00-22:30
Wed:07:00-22:30
Thu:07:00-22:30
Fri:07:00-22:30
Sat:07:00-22:30
Sun:07:00-22:30
Alamo
01418401300
Enterprise Rent A Car
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Europcar
+4403713841079
CAMPSIE DRIVE
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-22:00
Interrent
01418891684
St Andrews Drive Glasgow Airport
GreenMotion
+4401414338268
Green Motion Glasgow airport, Unit 8 Glasgow Airlink Industrial Estate, Inchinnan Road, Paisley
£ 16 - £ 117
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Easirent
+441416117100
35 McFarlane Street, Glasgow Airport, Paisley
£ 13 - £ 97
Working hours
Mon:06:00-00:30
Tue:06:00-00:30
Wed:06:00-00:30
Thu:06:00-00:30
Fri:06:00-00:30
Sat:06:00-00:30
Sun:06:00-00:30
Goldcar
+442078621732
Terminal 1, St. Andrews Dr W, Paisley PA3 2ST