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Flight schedule from Glasgow (GLA) to Cork (ORK)
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Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Glasgow to Cork
Favourite airline: KLM
Flight tickets on the route Glasgow – Cork are most frequently booked with KLM.
KLM
68 %
British Airways
32 %
Cheapest weekday: Tuesday
The cheapest day of departure is Tuesday. You can save up to 13 % when you fly on this day of the week.
Favourite connection: via Amsterdam
When booking flights from Glasgow to Cork 55 % of travellers prefer to fly via Amsterdam.
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1 stopover Amsterdam Schiphol
26h 40min, from £244
55 %
1 stopover London Heathrow
04h 35min, from £271
23 %
2 stopovers Amsterdam Schiphol Paris - Charles de Gaulle
20h 30min, from £352
13 %
Useful information about the flight from Glasgow to Cork
Cork's attractions
The historical city of Cork located on Ireland's south west coast attracts visitors from around the world. The city boasts many fascinating attractions such as Saint Fin's Barre's Cathedral, Blackrock Castle, Cork City Gaol and the English Market.
Cork's weather and important dates
Like most of Ireland, Cork has mild unpredictable weather with frequent rain. The best time to visit is during the summer months from May-August. The winters are generally mild with temperatures rarely below freezing. This attractive city has many holidays and festivals like Cork Midsummer Festival held from mid-June, a month of events and arts. The Cork Folk Festival is during October with top Irish musicians while the Jazz Festival takes place during the last week of October. At the beginning of November there's the Film Festival.
Pre-travel tips about Cork
The city centre is actually on an island on the River Lee not too far away from Cork Harbour. If travelling by car, parking charges apply ( EUR2 for one hour during the day). The cost of living here is cheaper than in London. A basic meal out will set you back about EUR12 and beer is around EUR3.
Cork airport bus and more...
Transport from Cork International Airport to the city centre - the 226A bus, operated by Bus Éireann, travels between the airport itself and Cork bus station. Tickets cost around EUR7.40 with an approximate journey time of 30 minutes. Taxis are between EUR30 and EUR35. When it comes to accommodation you can stay in a cheap hostel from about EUR12 in shared rooms. Expect to pay approximately EUR90 for a three star hotel. Cork city centre is small enough to explore on foot. Many visitors take an eating and drinking tour of the city centre to soak up the atmosphere and meet the friendly locals. If you do want to travel around by public transport, single tickets for buses are available for about EUR2 while day travel cards cost in the region of EUR5. Tickets can be bought on buses that also go to the suburbs. There are plenty of taxi ranks available throughout Cork offering metered and standard fare options. Why not try one of Cork's specialities, drisheen, which is a type of black pudding, along with various cheeses, battered sausage or Barmbrack, bread with raisins and sultanas? There are also lots of restaurants where you can enjoy real Irish dining, not to mention a pint or two of Guinness.
Important flight information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A direct flight from Glasgow to Cork typically takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 6 hours 5 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.
Yes, there are direct flights from Glasgow to Cork, although not necessarily every day. On average, less than one flight per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.
Direct flights from Glasgow to Cork are operated by, among others, Aer Lingus. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with British Airways (via London City). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.
Direct flights from Glasgow to Cork operate Tuesday and Wednesday. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.
On the route from Glasgow to Cork there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.
On the route from Glasgow to Cork there are only a few flights per week. It is therefore especially worthwhile to be flexible with your travel dates so you can more easily find a suitable departure day.
The earliest direct flight from Glasgow to Cork usually departs at 16:20. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Cork.
The last direct flight from Glasgow to Cork usually departs at 16:20. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.