Travelling from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
Glasgow and London share the UTC+0 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PIK to STN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Stansted Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between PIK and STN:
Pisa International Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Faro Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Stansted Airport (STN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Stansted Airport flight is R 807. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,232. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PIK to STN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Stansted Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PIK to STN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Stansted Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Of the departures from Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 76.7% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near PIK. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Stansted Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Stansted Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near STN instead:
Grab a Stansted Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Stansted Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
Stansted Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Stansted Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Stansted Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PIK to STN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.