Glasgow Airport

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Glasgow Airport

Glasgow Airport, also known as Glasgow International Airport, formerly Abbotsinch Airport, is an international airport in Scotland. It is located in Paisley, Renfrewshire, 8.6 nautical miles west of Glasgow city centre. Glasgow Airport is owned by AGS Airports Limited.

With some 30 airlines serving over 100 destinations worldwide, including Canada, the US, the Caribbean, Europe and the Gulf, Glasgow is Scotland’s principal long-haul airport as well as Scotland’s largest charter hub.

Carrying over nine million passengers per year, Glasgow Airport serves more Scottish destinations than any other airport and is a key component of Scotland’s transport infrastructure.

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Glasgow Airport says Go for It with Miles Closer campaign
12/11/2025

Glasgow Airport says Go for It with Miles Closer campaign

Glasgow Airport launched its Miles Closer campaign, a bold new initiative highlighting to passengers across its catchment area the benefits of flying from their local airport instead of travelling to others further afield. The campaign, which …
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Glasgow Airport’s new look: £3.7 million investment brings fresh dining and shopping choices
03/10/2025

Glasgow Airport’s new look: £3.7 million investment brings fresh dining and shopping choices

Glasgow Airport has completed a £3.7 million investment programme, delivering a range of new restaurants, retail units, and enhanced passenger facilities designed to elevate the airport experience for all travellers. The investment, made in partnership with …
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Primo Volo to Bring a Taste of Italy to Glasgow Airport
07/07/2025

Primo Volo to Bring a Taste of Italy to Glasgow Airport

Passengers can now savour a taste of Italy before they fly, as Primo Volo officially opens its doors at Glasgow Airport. Wednesday 2nd July, saw the new stylish Italian café welcome its first customers. Located in the …
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ZeroAvia to Build Manufacturing Hub close to Glasgow Airport
29/05/2025

ZeroAvia to Build Manufacturing Hub close to Glasgow Airport

Zero-emission aviation leader will launch a Hydrogen Centre of Excellence and major manufacturing facility close to Glasgow Airport. Scottish Enterprise have awarded ZeroAvia a £9m Regional Selective Assistance grant to help realise the project alongside …
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Glasgow Airport to serve up new restaurants and retailers with £3.7 million investment
12/05/2025

Glasgow Airport to serve up new restaurants and retailers with £3.7 million investment

Glasgow Airport is to receive £3.7million investment serving up new catering and retail units to help enhance the overall passenger experience. The investment by several retailers at the airport includes the introduction of two new restaurants, …
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Scottish Flyers More Connected Than Ever as 5G Connectivity Lands at Glasgow Airport
18/11/2024

Scottish Flyers More Connected Than Ever as 5G Connectivity Lands at Glasgow Airport

Exchange Communications transform airport into one of the most connected travel hubs in the UK- As the peak summer season draws to a close, Glasgow Airport has become one of the most highly connected transport hubs …
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Glasgow Airport invited to join UK Government's Aviation Accessibility Group
07/11/2024

Glasgow Airport invited to join UK Government's Aviation Accessibility Group

Glasgow Airport has been invited by the UK Government to join a new expert group that aims to “break down barriers” to air travel for disabled passengers. Chaired by Paralympian Tanni, Baroness Grey-Thompson, the new Aviation …
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NHS laboratory specimens delivered over Firth of Clyde by drone for first time by Project CAELUS
24/10/2024

NHS laboratory specimens delivered over Firth of Clyde by drone for first time by Project CAELUS

Project CAELUS is continuing to break new ground for Scotland with drones flying laboratory samples across the Firth of Clyde for the first time. Live flying took place between University Hospital Crosshouse in Kilmarnock to the …
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Glasgow Airport Noise Action Plan 2024-2028
14/08/2024

Glasgow Airport Noise Action Plan 2024-2028

Glasgow Airport is pleased to begin public consultation for our Noise Action Plan 2024-2028, marking a pivotal step in our commitment to minimising the noise impact from the airport on local communities. A Noise Action Plan …
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Loganair delivers birthday surprise to milestone passengers at Glasgow Airport
10/07/2024

Loganair delivers birthday surprise to milestone passengers at Glasgow Airport

Loganair, the UK’s largest regional airline, celebrated carrying 1.5 million passengers through Glasgow Airport by surprising a young family with free flights. The Lee family – mum Laura, dad Stan, and 3-year-old aeroplane enthusiast Iver – …
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Glasgow Airport
Paisley
Renfrewshire
Scotland
PA3 2ST
  • 0344 481 5555

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