Glasgow to Cork flights
Cork lies 520 km (323 mi) south-west of Glasgow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 25 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Glasgow | Cork | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | Ireland |
| Population | 626,410 | 224,004 |
| Elevation | 40 m (131 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/Dublin) |
| Nearest large airport | GLA, 11 km out | ORK, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Cork
Crossing from United Kingdom into Ireland: money changes from the Pound to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +353; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Glasgow
Glasgow is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Glasgow Airport (GLA), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,730 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK, 45 km), Edinburgh Airport (EDI, 56 km).
Arriving in Cork
Cork is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cork International Airport (ORK), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,998 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Shannon Airport (SNN, 95 km), Kerry Airport (KIR, 79 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cork International Airport | ORK | 6 km (4 mi) | 6,998 ft | 502 ft |
| Shannon Airport | SNN | 95 km (59 mi) | 10,495 ft | 46 ft |
| Kerry Airport (regional) | KIR | 79 km (49 mi) | 6,562 ft | 112 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Cork from Glasgow?
520 km (323 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Glasgow.
How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Cork by air?
About 1 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Glasgow and Cork?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Glasgow to Cork flights?
Typically Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cork International Airport (ORK); Cork also has SNN, KIR.
What currency do I need in Cork?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.