Travelling from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Venice: what you need to know
Venice is one hour ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow Prestwick Airport is located. Venice follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid missing your PIK to Venice flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from PIK to Venice. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow, PIK can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near PIK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Venice or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
76.7% of flights that leave from Glasgow Prestwick Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Venice
R 868 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Venice flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 1,758. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from PIK to Venice if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Venice ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from PIK to Venice.
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Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to the centre of Venice takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Venice. Reserve one of these accommodation options near VCE instead:
Follow your own route with a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Italy Car Rent and experience more of Venice and beyond.
Booking your ride from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks before your flight from PIK to Venice can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Treviso Airport (TSF) is about 40 kilometres from central Venice. Once you've disembarked your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Venice, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TSF. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your PIK to Venice flight:
RentSmart24, Noleggiare and Sicily by Car make picking up a Treviso Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from TSF one week in advance often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Venice
Plan your trip to Venice during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Venice in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking a Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Venice flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Venice, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PIK to Venice in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Venice
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Venice right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Venice:
Saint Mark's Basilica and St. Mark's Square are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Venice travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Doge's Palace.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored after you've experienced Venice. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Around 241 kilometres west of Venice, Milan is another essential stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.