Car Rentals at Glasgow International Airport (GLA)

The Glasgow International Airport is located approximately 8 miles from downtown Glasgow and is the second busiest airport in Scotland and the eighth busiest in the entire UK. The facility handled just over 7 million passengers last year, traveling with over 30 airlines and flying to more than 80 destinations worldwide.

For your convenience, Auto Europe can book rental cars in Glasgow with most carriers that do business in Glasgow International Airport and offices in downtown Glasgow. Compare car rental rates in Scotland with those of Glasgow's most popular transportation stations. Whether you are entering Glasgow through the International Airport, Central Station, or Prestwick Rail Station, we've got a great low rate for you.

The leading information desk is on the first floor, next to the UK and Ireland departures area. Passengers will find specific airport information here, as well as information regarding currency conversion and other international travel-related needs.

Rental Car Suppliers at Glasgow Airport

Thanks to our unique relationships with the most trusted car rental companies like Europcar, Hertz, and Sixt at the Glasgow Airport, we can offer specialized rates you can't find anywhere else (even when renting directly through one of these suppliers). Whether you need an economy car or a versatile van rental in Scotland, you can pick the best vehicles available and pay great low prices, too! Use our three-step booking engine above to discover more suppliers and compare rates today!

Rent with Europcar

Europcar at Glasgow Airport

Car Rental Center, Campsie Drive,
Glasgow, Scotland PA3 2SG
+44 0371 384 1079

Europcar Hours:
Mon - Sun 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

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Rent with Hertz

Hertz at Glasgow Airport

Caledonia Way,
Glasgow, Scotland PA3 2ST
+44 0843 309 3031

Hertz Hours:
Mon - Sun 7:30 AM - 11:30 PM

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Rent with Sixt

Sixt at Glasgow Airport

Car Rental Center,
Glasgow, Scotland PA3 2SW
+44 8444 993 399

Sixt Hours:
Mon - Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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Glasgow International Airport Facilities

Book those last-minute theater tickets and tie up any loose ends when planning your trip at the Visit Scotland travel agency located on the airport premises. Currency exchange centers and ATMs are conveniently located throughout, along with a post office. There is an excellent selection of shops, boutiques, and plenty of restaurants, bars, and cafes.

The leading information desk is on the first floor, next to the UK and Ireland departures area. Passengers will find specific airport information here, as well as information regarding currency conversion and other international travel-related needs. Pick up your UK car rental at Glasgow Airport and start your next adventure before you get off the plane.

Hotels Near Glasgow Airport

In addition to rental car reservations, Auto Europe can also book hotels at discounted rates in Scotland, including the Premier Inn Glasgow Airport Hotel, which is located on airport grounds. The Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport is about half a mile away from the premises as well. Other hotels in the area include the Ramada Glasgow Airport Hotel and the Crowne Plaza Glasgow.

Travel Tips for Renters in Glasgow

We understand that there are many variables to consider when renting a car in Glasgow or anywhere else. Pricing, drop-off hours, insurance policies, and one-way vehicle rental drop-off costs are all factors to consider while looking for the best price. Fortunately, Auto Europe has made the process easier by providing helpful blogs and articles on various vacation-planning topics. You will find answers to issues ranging from the International Driver's Permit to automobile rental insurance.

Scotland Car Rental Age Requirements—This is not always true. While the legal driving age in the Scotland is 18, certain firms will not rent to anybody under 21. There are no higher age restrictions, although drivers under 24 must typically pay an extra US $25 per day.

Glasgow Car Rental Insurance—Certain types of insurance are required when renting a car in Glasgow. However, there is no need to worry because even our most basic rates include all necessary insurance. Simultaneously, tourists should check whether their credit card has rental car insurance, which may save them money.

Glasgow Central Station Facility

Glasgow has something for everyone: history, art, food, and countless attractions. One of the cities most Iconic landmarks is The Glasgow Cathedral with its postwar stained glass windows and rich history is a fantastic place to visit for travelers to the city. Visitors can even attend a Sunday Service or take a guided tour for more information. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is another incredible site to visit, as it offers a diverse array of exhibits positive to grab the attention of every visitor. The refurbished building with its unique interior is an attraction in itself with the space is full of works of art, arms and armor, and even curiosities like the taxidermized Sir Roger the Asian elephant and a Mark 21 Spitfire fighter plane hanging from the ceiling. The Glasgow Botanic Gardens are another fantastic space to visit for the whole family. Nothing is more leisurely than a nice stroll through the beautiful and diverse greenery contained in and around the greenhouses. The Kibble Palace is the largest greenhouse on site and is breathtaking to behold even from the outside with its Victorian architecture.

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Rent a Car at the Glasgow International Airport

Glasgow International Airport
Glasgow Airport
Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA3 2SW
IATA Code: GLA
IACO Code: EGPF
Latitude: 55.871944
Longitude: -4.433056
General Information: Glasgow Airport was opened in 1966. Originally, flights only operated to other places in the United Kingdom and Europe. Glasgow Airport began to offer flights to other places around the world, flights that previously used Glasgow Prestwick Airport, which was subsequently relegated as the city's secondary airport catering to low-cost airlines, freight, and charter operators.