Passenger numbers are expected to soar at one of Scotland’s main airports as it gears up for a busy summer season.
More than 1.3 million people are expected to fly from Glasgow Airport between June and the end of August.
The forecast represents a 5.3% increase on last summer, with strong demand for both domestic and international travel, as well as continued investment by airlines in Glasgow Airport's route network.
A host of new routes are launching across Europe and North America from the airport this year.
New destinations include Milan and Rome with Wizz Air, and Rome, Lisbon, Pisa, Malta and Sharm El Sheikh with easyJet.
Other new flights have launched to Warsaw, Poland, with Ryanair; Dubrovnik and Kos with Jet2; Newark with United Airlines; Toronto with WestJet; Zurich with Edelweiss; Hannover with Eurowings; and Mallorca and San Sebastian with British Airways.
The airport's domestic connectivity has also been strengthened with the introduction of Ryanair's new service to London Stansted, providing passengers with another convenient option for travel within the UK.
The busy summer comes during a landmark year for Glasgow Airport as it celebrates its 60th anniversary.
Since opening in 1966, the airport has grown into one of Scotland's principal international gateways, connecting millions of passengers each year with destinations across the UK and around the world.
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Gavin Birch-Williams, managing director of Glasgow Airport, said: "Summer is always one of the busiest and most exciting periods of the year at Glasgow Airport, and we're looking forward to welcoming around 1.31 million departing passengers over the coming weeks.
"This summer is particularly special as we celebrate our 60th anniversary. Over the past six decades, Glasgow Airport has played a vital role in connecting Scotland with the world, and it is fantastic to see our network continuing to grow with new destinations, new services and continued airline investment.
"The continued growth in passenger numbers demonstrates the strength of demand from travellers across Scotland and the confidence airlines have in the Glasgow market. The wide range of new international destinations means customers have even greater choice when flying from Glasgow.
"Whether customers are travelling for a summer holiday, a city break, visiting friends and relatives, or an important business trip, our focus is on delivering a smooth and enjoyable airport experience from the moment they arrive."
