Flying from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): what you need to know
The timezone in Marseille is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your PIK to MRS flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between PIK and MRS:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Malaga Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
R 1,414 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,532. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from PIK to MRS. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Marseille Provence Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PIK to MRS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Marseille Provence Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
76.7% of flights departing from Glasgow Prestwick Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Glasgow Prestwick Airport from central Glasgow, it takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to PIK? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MRS instead:
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For the best deal, book your ride from Marseille Provence Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
Marseille Provence Airport is approximately 26 kilometres from central Marseille. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Marseille. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Marseille Provence Airport for August if you'd like to visit Marseille during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PIK to MRS around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Marseille. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in France, head for Toulouse, about 322 kilometres west of Marseille. Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf are key reasons to visit.