There were alternatives available to travellers to get to other European destinations whilst avoiding the English airports. The alternatives were to fly via Dublin for flights to North America or via Amsterdam for flights to the Middle East or Australia.

Fortunately today whilst these flight options still remain there are lots more direct flights from Glasgow than ever before. New airlines are now offering cheaper fares to more and more destinations. The flying public no longer consider a holiday abroad as much of a luxury but a necessity and will now travel more often but for shorter durations.

The growth of the internet has definitely helped as without this cheap distribution method the costs of the flights would have to reflect this.

With the opening up of many Eastern European cities offering new sights and sounds as well as cheap food and drink costs the growth in city breaks has been huge.

Wasting part of your holiday sitting in a transfer lounge whilst you wait for a connecting flight is no longer a necessity when you can get direct flights from Glasgow.

Searching for the best deal is easy thanks to the internet. You can compare flight prices and find the best flight from Glasgow. All you have to do is repeat the process for your accommodation and you have your own cheap short break from Glasgow.

The cheap flights from Glasgow have also brought many foreign visitors to the Glasgow area. Between mid-October flights form Scandinavian countries arrive in Glasgow to get Christmas presents at cheaper prices than they would at home.

Next time you plan to go away for a short break don't discount the idea of travelling to a European City. With a cheap direct flight from Glasgow and low cost hotels it could be cheaper than you think.