Flying from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport (PDV): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport (PDV). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
Plovdiv Airport is located in Plovdiv. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of Glasgow.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Glasgow to PDV.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Glasgow to PDV even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to discover where you could make a quick stop. Stansted Airport (STN) is an option when departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA).
The journey from central Glasgow to GLA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
70.07% of flights taking off from Glasgow International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in about 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to PDV flight? Check in to a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time performance of 76.7%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
Have a late flight from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay within easy reach of PDV at Rodopi Hotel.
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Plovdiv Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Top Rent a Car, Low Cost Cars or Sixt to explore Plovdiv and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Plovdiv Airport (PDV) to central Plovdiv
Plovdiv Airport is roughly 6 miles from central Plovdiv. The time it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
£199 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport. Return flights start at £205. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Glasgow to PDV, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport (PDV). January is when most people travel to Plovdiv. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
When booking your Glasgow to PDV plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Plovdiv, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Plovdiv
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Plovdiv Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Plovdiv:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Plovdiv when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Plovdiv Old Town followed by Plovdiv Roman Theatre and Ancient Plovdiv Municipal Institute.
Explore more of Bulgaria
You've seen Plovdiv, now it's time to discover other parts of Bulgaria. Travel around 145 kms (90 miles) north-west to Sofia to tick off its top attractions. From Free Sofia Tour to Boyana Church and National Historical Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Varna is another essential stop in Bulgaria and is around 274 kms (170 miles) north-east of Plovdiv. No journey is complete without dropping by Sahara Beach, Beach Golden Sands and Opera Varna.
