Travelling from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): what you need to know
Aberdeen's timezone is UTC+0, which is the same as Glasgow.
To ensure you catch your PIK to ABZ flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd love to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Aberdeen International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Alicante-Elche Airport is a well-known stop between PIK and ABZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Aberdeen International Airport flight is £58. A round-trip ticket right now is £117. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PIK to ABZ if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Aberdeen International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PIK to ABZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Aberdeen International Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
When it comes to Glasgow Prestwick Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.7% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Glasgow Prestwick Airport from central Glasgow, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 30 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Aberdeen International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to PIK:
Arriving at Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
If you have a late Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Aberdeen International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near ABZ:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Aberdeen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drivalia, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Aberdeen's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Aberdeen International Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
From Aberdeen International Airport, Aberdeen is approximately 6 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Aberdeen International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Aberdeen based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Aberdeen International Airport for July if you want to visit Aberdeen during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PIK to ABZ sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Aberdeen. Around 120 miles away to the south-west, top sights here include Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum.
Edinburgh is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 95 miles south-west of Aberdeen. No trip is complete without experiencing Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.
