Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Santander Airport (SDR): what you need to know
Santander is one hour ahead of Glasgow and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your GLA to SDR flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Santander Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GLA and SDR:
Dublin Airport
Malaga Airport
Palma de Mallorca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Santander Airport (SDR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Santander Airport flight is £43. A round-trip ticket right now is £84. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from GLA to SDR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Santander Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from GLA to SDR.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Santander Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Glasgow International Airport is around 9 miles from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Santander Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to GLA:
Arriving at Santander Airport (SDR)
If you have a late Glasgow International Airport to Santander Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near SDR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Santander Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Click and Rent, Goldcar or OK Mobility to explore Santander and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Santander Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Santander Airport (SDR) to central Santander
From Santander Airport, Santander is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Santander Airport (SDR)
August is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Santander Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Santander in April.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Santander Airport for August if you want to explore Santander during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GLA to SDR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
Santander has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Spain waiting to be discovered. About 200 miles south-east of Santander, a trip to Zaragoza will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Salamanca is another well-known destination in Spain and is around 200 miles south-west of Santander. No trip is complete without a visit to Plaza Mayor, S.O.U. Servicio de Orientación al Universitario. Universidad de Salamanca and Pontifical University of Salamanca.