Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK): what you need to know
Glasgow's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Edinburgh.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your EDI to PIK flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between EDI and PIK:
Malaga Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Faro Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
RM306 is the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport flight. Return flights start from RM2,545. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from EDI to PIK, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EDI to PIK.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.94% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Book a hotel near PIK if you're on a late Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and experience the lesser-explored corners of Glasgow and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Glasgow Prestwick Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to central Glasgow
Glasgow Prestwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
August is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Glasgow in February.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport for July if you'd like to visit Glasgow during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to PIK in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've done Glasgow, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Travel around 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to tick off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow, Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
