Glasgow to Aberdeen flights
Aberdeen lies 194 km (121 mi) north-east 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 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 | Aberdeen | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 626,410 | 198,590 |
| Elevation | 40 m (131 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Nearest large airport | GLA, 11 km out | ABZ, 9 km out |
| Postal codes | G1–G52 | AB10–AB39 |
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 Aberdeen
Aberdeen is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,407 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Dundee Airport (DND, 95 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen International Airport | ABZ | 9 km (6 mi) | 6,407 ft | 215 ft |
| Dundee Airport (regional) | DND | 95 km (59 mi) | 4,593 ft | 17 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Aberdeen from Glasgow?
194 km (121 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Glasgow.
How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Aberdeen by air?
About 1 h, 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 Aberdeen?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Which airports are used for Glasgow to Aberdeen flights?
Typically Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ); Aberdeen also has DND.
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.