Coffee Shops in Glasgow Airport (terminal guide)

12 Sept

Flying out of Glasgow Airport and need that perfect caffeine fix? Whether you’re before security or waiting by your gate, here’s your guide to where the coffee is good, the queues manageable, and the Wi-Fi usable at GLA.

Coffee Shops at Glasgow Airport (After Security)

  
      Coffee Shop
      Brand / Chain
      Location Detail
      Opening Hours*
      Notes
    

  
      Starbucks
      Chain
      Before & after security
      24 hours (lands) / ~03:15-21:15 (airside)
      Good fallback; lots of locations.
    

      Mozzo Coffee House
      Independent chain
      Opposite Gates 4 & 5 (East Pier), opposite Gate 18 (Domestic Pier), International Arrivals area
      24 hours
      Nice atmosphere; good option for long waits.
    

      Caffè Nero
      Chain
      After security food / coffee zones
      Opens early (~04:00-07:00) until late flights
      Solid espresso choice in airside areas.
    

Coffee Shop	Brand / Chain	Location Detail	Opening Hours*	Notes
Starbucks	Chain	Before & after security	24 hours (lands) / ~03:15-21:15 (airside)	Good fallback; lots of locations.
Mozzo Coffee House	Independent chain	Opposite Gates 4 & 5 (East Pier), opposite Gate 18 (Domestic Pier), International Arrivals area	24 hours	Nice atmosphere; good option for long waits.
Caffè Nero	Chain	After security food / coffee zones	Opens early (~04:00-07:00) until late flights	Solid espresso choice in airside areas.

Coffee Shops at Glasgow Airport (Before Security / Landside)

  
      Coffee Shop
      Brand / Chain
      Location Detail
      Opening Hours*
      Notes
    

  
      Starbucks
      Chain
      Landside / Check-In areas
      24 hours
      Great for arriving early or meeting someone.
    

      The Café Bar (Central & East Pier)
      Mixed café / bar
      Central Pier & East Pier after security
      ~05:00-20:00 weekdays; slightly earlier/shorter weekend hours
      Great for snacks + coffee and calmer vibe.
    

Coffee Shop	Brand / Chain	Location Detail	Opening Hours*	Notes
Starbucks	Chain	Landside / Check-In areas	24 hours	Great for arriving early or meeting someone.
The Café Bar (Central & East Pier)	Mixed café / bar	Central Pier & East Pier after security	~05:00-20:00 weekdays; slightly earlier/shorter weekend hours	Great for snacks + coffee and calmer vibe.

If you’re planning to catch up on emails once you board, don’t miss our guide to working on an aeroplane for tips on inflight coffee, Wi-Fi and productivity.

FAQs: Coffee at Glasgow Airport

Is there coffee before security at Glasgow Airport?

Yes, options like Starbucks and Caffè Nero are available landside/check-in before security.

What time does Starbucks at Glasgow Airport open?

Starbucks is open 24 hours landside, and from about 03:15 on the airside side through to ~21:15 for some outlets.

Are there 24-hour coffee spots in Glasgow Airport?

Yes, places like Mozzo Coffee House operate 24 hours. Starbucks (lands) and others also have very early/late-night hours depending on your flight schedule.

Are there sit-down cafés with seating and quieter space?

Yes. The Café Bar in the Central Pier & East Pier are good for calmer coffee breaks. Mozzo Coffee House and Starbucks also have seating.

Can I get coffee near my gate after security?

Yes. Mozzo Coffee House, Starbucks, and other coffee bars are located near gates/airside food courts. Great for grabbing something without walking back to the landside area.