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Scotland's busiest international gateway serving the west.
Opened
1966
Location
Paisley, United Kingdom
Glasgow Airport (IATA: GLA, ICAO: EGPF) is the principal international airport serving Glasgow and the wider west of Scotland. Located in Paisley, Renfrewshire, approximately 8 miles west of Glasgow city centre, it handles millions of passengers annually and ranks among the busiest airports in the United Kingdom.
The airport opened in 1966, replacing the former Renfrew Airport as the region's primary air hub. It offers a wide range of domestic, European, and intercontinental routes, connecting Glasgow to major cities across North America, the Middle East, and beyond.
Operated by AGS Airports Ltd, Glasgow Airport plays a vital role in the Scottish economy, supporting tourism, business travel, and freight operations. It has undergone several expansions and upgrades over the decades to accommodate growing passenger demand.
Terminals
Glasgow Airport operates a single integrated terminal building with two main piers handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Glasgow Airport is connected to the city centre by the Glasgow Airport Express bus service (Service 500), with taxi and car rental options also available; there is currently no direct rail link to the terminal.
Airlines here
Major airlines operating at Glasgow include easyJet, Ryanair, British Airways, TUI, and KLM, with transatlantic services provided by carriers such as Delta Air Lines and American Airlines.
Notable facts
- ›Glasgow Airport handled approximately 8–9 million passengers annually before the COVID-19 pandemic.
- ›The airport was the site of a terrorist vehicle attack at its main entrance in June 2007.
- ›It replaced Renfrew Airport, which closed upon GLA's opening in 1966.
- ›The airport is located in Paisley, Renfrewshire, not within the city boundaries of Glasgow itself.
- ›AGS Airports Ltd, a joint venture between Ferrovial and Macquarie, has operated the airport since 2014.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
