GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
7,344 km
4,564 miles
PDX
Portland
United States
Distance
7,344 km
4,564 mi / 3,966 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/London
Heading
318°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GLA PDX
Airport Name Glasgow International Airport Portland International Airport
IATA Code GLA PDX
ICAO Code EGPF KPDX
City Glasgow Portland
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 26 ft 31 ft
Coordinates 55.870000, -4.430000 45.590000, -122.600000

Glasgow (GLA) to Portland (PDX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom to Portland International Airport (PDX) in Portland, United States is 7,344 kilometers (4,564 miles / 3,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:36 in Glasgow, it's 09:36 in Portland. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Portland (PDX) to Glasgow (GLA) follows a heading of 33° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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