Flying from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to London City Airport (LCY): what you need to know
Glasgow and London share the UTC+0 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
To ensure you catch your PIK to LCY flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London City Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between PIK and LCY include:
Malaga Airport
Faro Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to London City Airport (LCY)
140 € is the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London City Airport flight. A return flight starts from 381 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PIK to LCY if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London City Airport.
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Handy information about Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Of all flights leaving Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 76.7% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow Prestwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London City Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to PIK:
Arriving at London City Airport (LCY)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London City Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LCY instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a London City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and explore beyond London's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from London City Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
London City Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central London. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to London City Airport (LCY)
February is the most popular month for flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London City Airport. To skip the crowds, go to London in February.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to London City Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PIK to LCY in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its top attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.