Flying from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to London: what you need to know
Glasgow (the location of Glasgow Prestwick Airport) and London are in the same timezone — UTC+0.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your PIK to London flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, PIK can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near PIK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
76.7% of flights leaving from Glasgow Prestwick Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to London
R 835 is currently the best price for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 1,789. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from PIK to London, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 31 kilometres. It'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Explore without limits with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and chase adventure across London and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from PIK to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your PIK to London flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Green Motion, U-Save and Drivalia make picking up a London Gatwick Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW can help you lock in a better rate.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, choose a hotel near STN. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your PIK to London flight:
Start your travels without worrying about how to reach your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from trusted suppliers here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London to access the best deals.
Best time to go to London
Visit London during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PIK to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are must-visits when exploring London.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.