Flying from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Belfast: what you need to know
Glasgow (the location of Glasgow Prestwick Airport) and Belfast share the same timezone — UTC+0.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your PIK to Belfast flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Traveling from central Glasgow to PIK takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near PIK? If you're catching an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Belfast, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
76.7% of flights taking off from Glasgow Prestwick Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Belfast
The best price we've found for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Belfast flight is $55. The cheapest price for a return flight is $109. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from PIK to Belfast. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) to central Belfast takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 32 kilometers away.
It takes around 2 hours if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Belfast, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BFS:
Grab a Belfast International Airport rental car and explore Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Belfast International Airport around three weeks before your flight from PIK to Belfast can help you lock in the best possible rate.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
After your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Belfast has touched down, you can get to the city center in about 10 minutes by car. Central Belfast is roughly 8 kilometers from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 20 minutes or so.
Following your PIK to Belfast flight, unwind at a hotel near BHD. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from BHD two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Belfast. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are typically higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Belfast in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Before booking a Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Belfast flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PIK to Belfast in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Belfast, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are top sights which should be on any good Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Belfast. Around 354 kilometers away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another favorite destination in United Kingdom and is around 418 kilometers south-east of Belfast. No trip is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.