BOS
Boston
United States
4,863 km
3,022 miles
GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Distance
4,863 km
3,022 mi / 2,626 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/New_York
Heading
48°
northeast

Airport Comparison

BOS GLA
Airport Name General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport Glasgow International Airport
IATA Code BOS GLA
ICAO Code KBOS EGPF
City Boston Glasgow
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/New_York Europe/London
Elevation 19 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 42.360000, -71.010000 55.870000, -4.430000

Boston (BOS) to Glasgow (GLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, United States to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom is 4,863 kilometers (3,022 miles / 2,626 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:18 in Boston, it's 01:18 in Glasgow. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Glasgow (GLA) to Boston (BOS) follows a heading of 281° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) and Glasgow International Airport (GLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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