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If you’re planning a trip to Scotland from other destinations across the world, we’re here to help you plan the ultimate trip. Find direct and indirect flights to Scotland, handy travel advice, things to do and how to get around our beautiful country.
An aeroplane takes off into the sunset from Edinburgh Airport
Aircrafts at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
You can travel from China and the Middle East to Scotland via direct and indirect routes.
You can travel from Japan and South Korea to Scotland via indirect routes.
Edinburgh airport
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You can travel from Australia and New Zealand to Scotland via indirect routes.
You can travel from India to Scotland via indirect routes.
A Loganair flight over the Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides
The easiest way to get to Scotland from Asia and Africa is to travel via airport hubs in Europe or the Middle East.
The major European hubs are London Heathrow, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt am Maine, Amsterdam Schiphol and Madrid Barajas airports.
Those travelling from South America are best to travel via the European hubs, whereas routes from Central America also fly via US hubs.
Passport
People travelling to the UK without a visa will soon need to get an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). This will give you permission to travel to the UK, and it is electronically linked to your passport.
You’ll need an ETA if you are:
You will not need an ETA if you have either:
Check if you’re eligible for a UK visa
Find out more about the ETA scheme
Get more information about the ETA scheme from the UK Government website
The railway station at Glasgow Prestwick Aiport
Ready to see what Scotland has to offer? Before you go, check out our top travel advice and information on car hire if you’re planning to explore further afield.
Once you arrive, why not try one of these tours or itineraries as a great way to see the best of Scotland?
Plan the holiday of a lifetime where your Scottish ancestors would have once travelled.
Join a castle tour for an in-depth look at some of our most interesting Scottish castles.
Book a tour of a whisky distillery, or travel around Scotland visiting several whisky experiences.
Explore a range of guided tours and trips that take you around Scotland's most popular film & TV locations.
Explore Scotland's trails and routes with an experienced and knowledgeable guide.
Sit back and relax and watch the world go by on a train tour around Scotland.
Book a golf tour or package and play on some of Scotland's most famous golf courses.
See what you can spot on Scotland’s coastline with these wildlife boat tours and cruises.
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