Flying from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Warsaw: what you need to know
The timezone in Warsaw is UTC+1. The city is one hour ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow Prestwick Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your PIK to Warsaw flight.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper flight ticket from PIK to Warsaw. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, PIK can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PIK:
Of all flights leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 76.7% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Warsaw
The best price we've found for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw flight is RM312. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM890. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from PIK to Warsaw, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw ticket.
There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from PIK to Warsaw.
Find an affordable flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw. Reserve one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week ahead of your flight from PIK to Warsaw.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Warsaw. After your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near WMI. Settle in and get cosy after your PIK to Warsaw flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Carwiz, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and get going in the blink of an eye.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at WMI can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Warsaw
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Go to Warsaw in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PIK to Warsaw around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Warsaw
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Warsaw right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Warsaw:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens and Palace of Culture and Science are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
Lodz is just one of the many places in Poland waiting to be explored once you've seen Warsaw. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Piotrkowska Street, Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art.
Krakow is another standout destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No journey is complete without dropping by St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
