Travelling from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is one hour ahead of Glasgow and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PIK to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Zurich Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PIK and ZRH include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
Malaga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Zurich Airport flight is R 1,636. A round-trip fare right now is R 4,399. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PIK to ZRH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Zurich Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PIK to ZRH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
76.7% of flights leaving from Glasgow Prestwick Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Zurich Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near PIK:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're getting in on a late Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Zurich Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Zurich in January.
Book your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to explore Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PIK to ZRH around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland you'll want to see. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Switzerland, consider Bern, roughly 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are among the biggest draws.