Abha to Glasgow Flights

  About Abha

Located in the Aseer Province is the lush green city of Abha in Saudi Arabia. The city's proximity to the Red Sea and other intriguing geographical features give it a canvas, unlike the rest of Saudi Arabia. The city's Aseer National Park is famously known for being home to some of the exotic birds. It also houses dense juniper forests. The city is famed for its mild temperatures and is hence, a prominent tourist destination in Saudi Arabia.

Best time to visit Abha

Unlike some parts of Saudi Arabia, Abha actually enjoys some pleasant weather with equal summers and winters. In fact, it is one of the colder parts of Saudi, which enjoys a mild climate all year long. The temperatures go as high as 34 degree Celsius during summers and are surprisingly quite low during winters. In fact, there was a time when the recorded temperature crossed the negatives. While this might have happened in the past, the temperatures don't cross negatives anymore. However, it is one of the pleasant cities in Saudi Arabia with a lovely weather that makes travelling ideal for every season. The winter season in Abha is from December to February. During these months, the temperature could touch a staggering low, and you might need to carry enough parkas to ensure that you don't have trouble breathing. The city's rough climate does make it unfavourable to travel and engage in touristy activities. The season does see a drop in the hotel prices as well. If you are okay with the excessively cold winters in Abha, then you should book your tickets and hotels too.

June to September is considered to be the best season for a tourist excursion in Abha. The summers are quite decent as the temperatures don't touch beyond 34 degree Celsius. While it might seem too much for some people, it is actually quite convenient as there is less humidity in the air during this time. The hot and dry summers are tolerable as long as you carry proper bottles of water and hydrate yourself at all times. Out of the summer months, August is recognised as the best month to visit Abha. The city has perfect temperatures and doesn't require you to go beyond your limits to enjoy the vibe. The hotel prices in Abha during the peak season does see a surge though. Since many folks from around Saudi Arabia also flock over to Abha for a summer vacation, it could be a little crowded with a spike in the hotel prices. You might want to make prior bookings of flights and hotels in Abha if you want to evade the tourist crowd. Or you can avoid the tourist crowd altogether by visiting the city during spring, which is from March to May.

Places to visit in Abha

Abha's pride comes from the exquisite Green Mountain, which is located at the heart of the city. It is basically a mountain that has been lined up with green lights to complement the name. Abha Dam is another place that you should visit. The water body is surrounded by lovely land on all sides. There are many restaurants too around the dam that would add to the quaint vibe of the place. Do not miss the Art Street in Abha. It is more of a park laced with well-maintained streets and has shrubs on either side of the track. The place is beautiful, and you will have a good time hanging out here. You should also visit the Aseer National Park. Connected to the Jabal mountains, the coastal park has many cold spots. You would find the best air and vibe in the national park. Al Sahab Park is another such place that would keep you engaged. You will have to rent a car out and drive up to the amusement park. It is actually one of the first amusement parks that were constructed in Abha. The park is second to the Al Saudah Park, which is about 15 km away.

Things to do in Abha

Do not be surprised by the greenery that you will find in the desert city of Abha. As part of your excursion in Abha, you can visit Jabal Sawda by trekking up the peak. Aside from the Sawda, you should also trek up the trails of Jabal Ferwa. The two Saudi Arabian mountains would be cold, so make sure to carry a light jacket and lots of water. If trekking is not your thing, then you should visit Abu Kheyal Park. It is relaxing and has lovely floral trees lined up that adds to the beauty of the place. As the city has many parks and green spaces, you should also check out the Andalus Park. This place is especially perfect if you are travelling with kids. They can have fun on the slides while you can relax and enjoy the breeze while lying on the grass. As the city is surrounded by many parks and mountains, you will always be up for something to do.

Food and restaurants in Abha

Jalamah is a famous dish that you will find in the city. It is a traditional Saudi Arabian dish which is made from lamb. The meat is blended perfectly with Arabic spices consisting of cinnamon, black pepper, cinnamon, cardamom and coriander. The aromatic stew certainly brings a lot of flavour on the plate that you would enjoy. Saleeg is another famous dish of the Saudis which is basically rice porridge topped with a marinated and roasted piece of meat. It could be lamb or chicken or any meat of your choice. The lovely dish is comforting and would be a nice indulgence. Another dish that you would find in Abha, a common Saudi meal is the Martabak. A roti-like bread is stuffed with ground meat, garlic, eggs, curry, peppers and onions. It is basically a Saudi version of a paratha. You can actually eat this when you are not in the mood to eat excessively. Do leave some room for dessert as the famous Saudi savour Ma'amoul is a must-have. It is basically a dome-shaped tasty sweet made with fillings of fruits, walnuts, dates and more.

The options of indulgence in Abha is minimal. The city does not have a plethora of food joints with international or fusion cuisine. The place is humble and serves most of Saudi-inspired menu at their restaurants. Most of their restaurants are for a family setting. You can find some tasty Saudi dishes along with plates of mezze meals. Some of the main restaurants include Al-Tahy, N Lounge, Maharaj Indian Restaurant, to name a few. The Green Mountain Restaurant is actually a good place for you to hang out with your family or friends. The place is perched atop a lovely hill and illuminates the scintillating lights of the city. The breath-taking view interspersed with tasty food is definitely unmissable. You can also get coffee and cake as the establishment serves a lot of things.

How to reach Abha

The flight connectivity to Abha is quite decent. Although there are no direct flights to Abha from Indian cities, there are flights connecting to the Saudi city. The most popular route to Abha is from Jeddah and Riyadh. Both the cities are located in Saudi Arabia, and this domestic route to Abha is perfect and well-connected. Airlines such as Air Arabia, Flynas, Saudia, flydubai, Emirates, Etihad Airways, to name a few, have immaculate flight connectivity to Abha. A majority of these flights have layovers in Sharjah, Jeddah, Riyadh and Dubai. These cities offer enough options to reach Abha and hence, are more popular. It is imperative that you get a transit visa as it is required in Saudi cities. Interestingly, Jeddah and Riyadh are the only cities where you will need a transit visa. You can either get it from the embassy, or you can apply for the same online. Saudi Arabia's embassy website has the form that you need to fill out to apply for the transit visa. The flight duration to Abha ranges from 11 hours to 13 hours approximately.

The domestic route from Jeddah is considered to reach Abha. Since flight connectivity to Jeddah is much better than Abha, it is often a better way to reach the Saudi city. The flight tickets to Abha are quite reasonable. The ticket price to Abha ranges from INR 19,000 to INR 25,000. You can actually get tickets to Abha for cheap, provided you spend time on the internet and get hold of some flight deals. A little snooping around on the internet will help you find the best flight deals to Abha online. Along with the flight tickets, you can also book your hotel in Abha. This will actually enable you to receive more discounts and offers. You will have to check for peak season as the flight tickets will be expensive during this time.

  About Glasgow

Glasgow is a flourishing port city nestled on the Clyde river in the western Lowlands of Scotland. The city's exemplary Victorian architecture topped with a rich and illustrious legacy has attracted a lot of tourists for a long time now. The traditionally gifted city has interspersed or rather adapted to the new age culture to become a national hub for tourism. Glasgow bustles with tourists through their peak season. Even though it often finds competition with Edinburgh, the city manages to gauge the attention of tourists who wish to experience culture and history.

The city has way too many museums for a tourist to engage in, making it historically rich. Plus, the thriving Glasgow also sees a refreshing food culture that doesn't limit to the Scottish delicacies. The flight connectivity of Glasgow has also improved tremendously over the years as it is now well-connected with the rest of the world. The accommodations in Glasgow are quite steep as their peak season is the only time travellers can enjoy the vibrant nature of the city.

Best time to visit Glasgow

For Glasgow, March to August are the best months when you can explore the city while relishing the lovely rays of the sun. One of the highlights is actually the longer days that can be experienced during summers. This alone becomes a big reason for tourists and even locals to enjoy the best of what the city has to offer. Travelling to Glasgow from India is relatively affordable as the city is mostly a business hub. However, accommodations and staycation will have to be planned beforehand. You will have to find deals on cheap hotels in Glasgow to ensure that you don't end up splurging far too much on hotels alone. Booking a flight ticket to Glasgow for the weekend is considered to be perfect as the city doesn't have a vacation vibe or even many tourist attractions. The spring and summer months are warm and welcoming in Glasgow, which also plays the perfect host to some events. With up to 15-hours of sunlight bestowed upon the city, it certainly adds more vigour and vibrancy to the neighbourhood. Many art and cultural events also take place during this time, including the Glasgow Contemporary Art Fair, Glasgow Jazz Festival, Pride Glasgow, Scottish Open and more.

Fall temperatures are agreeable in September which leads to winters till February. The positive of the season is fewer crowd and better accommodation choices. You can book a luxury hotel room in Glasgow without having to worry about the exorbitant pounds that you might have to shell. As the city witnesses extreme cold winters, the tourism sees a dip. You can actually make a winter trip to Glasgow and celebrate Christmas as well as ring in the New Year's at Glasgow. The city does celebrate the December month with utmost gusto irrespective of the extreme climate. You will undoubtedly get good flight deals to Glasgow as well as accommodations so that is one thing you wouldn't have to worry about when planning for this trip.

Places to visit in Glasgow

Despite being dwarfed by Edinburgh's presence, which is bang opposite, Glasgow is a city that certainly shouldn't be missed. As Scotland's largest city, Glasgow does have limited tourist attractions. However, what it places in places to see, it makes up for in things to do. Some of the attractions that do deserve your attention in Glasgow include the Glasgow Cathedral, an extremely ancient structure that brings life to the legends of St Mungo. The Burrell Collection is another major attraction in Glasgow that sees a tremendous footfall of tourists. Thanks to the impeccable collection of objects and artwork and the stunning landscape where the museum rests, the whole experience is worth the excursion. Plus, you don't have to pay any fees or get tickets to the place. If you're all for museums, then the Riverside Museum is yet another interesting place you can visit. The backdrop of the museum with the riverfront adds to the charm of the place. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum will amaze you with its Renaissance-style architecture and art collections which include original Monel and Botticelli.

Adjacent to the museum is the Kelvingrove Park that sees a good number of tourists rest after a long day of museum tours. The city has far too many museums, which only if you're an enthusiast, will you enjoy. The parks and surroundings of the museums are loved by all, thanks to the way they have all been well-maintained. Speaking of gardens and open spaces, you would definitely fall in love with the People's Palace and Winter Gardens in Glasgow. The location is prime and the scenery, incomparable.

Things to do in Glasgow

Glasgow's excess museum tours might be a little too much for you to handle. However, you can take a breather from all the historical places by renting a bike and riding around the city. It would be best to go exploring on your own instead of booking a tour. It would be more fun as you might bump into new neighbourhoods and discover quaint cafes with no touristy crowd. While you're in Glasgow, you should also catch a play at the Citizens Theatre, the locals call it 'the Citz'. There are always shows that take place at the theatre, so make the most of it. While you are here, the distilleries are establishments you cannot miss. From watching how the Scotch whiskey is produced to nabbing a small drink, the distilleries would be quite an experience. Visit Glengoyne Distillery and Clydeside Distillery. The nightlife of Glasgow is a celebration in its own with beautiful music and a lively atmosphere. Step out into the night and interact with strangers, make connections and try out some delicious Scottish food.

Food and restaurants in Glasgow

Glasgow might not have a lot of tourist attractions, but it certainly has an interesting food culture. The city offers a plethora of cuisines with Scottish specialities as the biggest seller. From haggis served with tatties and neeps (sheep's organs grated and served with turnips and mashed potatoes) to a cullen skink (soup curated from flavours of smoked haddock and potatoes), restaurants in Glasgow will take your taste buds through a Scottish tour. While the Scottish delicacies take the top spot in terms of a dining experience in Glasgow, Indian cuisine is finding quite some fame in the city. Glasgow is often being bestowed the title of Britain's 'curry capital' thanks to the exquisite Indian cuisine they offer. There are a plethora of international cuisines that the city has including restaurants such as Mono, Nippon Kitchen, Riverhill Restaurant and Bar, Alston Bar and Beef, Red Onion, to name a few food institutions. For those who cannot do without seafood, Glasgow's Crabshakk will give you quite dishes to remember. Their meals include fish club sandwich, and shellfish chowder, definitely dishes worth splurging on.

MacTassos and Ox and Finch are star players in the Mediterranean cuisine race. Both have Mediterranean cuisine as their big sellers. To get back to the basics of biryani and butter chicken, Obsession of India is the place to visit. On your trip, do not miss out some of their pubs and breweries. Drygate Brewery is one such place where you should definitely head for the cool Scottish club vibe as well as incredible beer binge. These places would definitely uplift your food expedition in Glasgow.

How to reach Glasgow

Glasgow receives a decent number of flights from India. Cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Thiruvananthapuram, Kolkata and Chennai, have regular flights to Glasgow. None of the flights to Glasgow is direct though. Mostly, all the flights to Glasgow from India require connecting flights or undergo layovers. Flight tickets to Glasgow from India are quite expensive. Due to the demand, the airport sees from around the world, the ticket prices automatically see a surge. Depending on the season when you book flight tickets to Glasgow, it'll vary from cheap to expensive. However, the domestic routes from Glasgow airport to the city centre is quite good. There is public transport such as buses, taxi cabs and rental cars that travel from the airport to the city. Much of the layover on the international route to Glasgow takes place in London. As a popular route that connects Glasgow and India, London sees many layovers and even services connecting flights to the Scottish city.

Usually, it takes approximately 14 hours to reach Glasgow from Mumbai. However, this heavily depends on the flight that you have booked and the layover duration. The more expensive the flight ticket to Glasgow, the less the layover duration. So as per your convenience, you can make your bookings. It is necessary for you to keep a track on the accommodation options available in the city as well. There are various beautiful hotels and homestays that would intrigue you. As per your budget set, if you do manage to snag a good flight and hotel deal online in Glasgow, it would be very beneficial to you.