Good to know
- IATA code
- PIK
- ICAO code
- EGPK
- Terminals
- 1
- To city centre
- 28 mi
- Drive time
- 40 min
- Main road
- A77
- Transport to the centre
- Train · Bus
- Time zone
- Europe/London
- Currency
- GBP
- Driving side
- Left-hand traffic
- Rental offices
- 1
- Rental companies
- 1
- Off-airport offices
- 1
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Rental desks at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Desks in the terminals and offices nearby, with the distance from the airport.
Outside the airport
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- Offices
- 1
At Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Glasgow Prestwick Airport sits northeast of the town of Prestwick, and southwest of Glasgow. Glasgow Prestwick Airport has 1 terminal. Glasgow is 28 mi away, about 40 minutes via the A77; there is also a train and a bus.
Picking up and returning
Driving to the airport
The A77 is the road link from the airport, and it carries on to the M77, which ties into the wider UK motorway network.
Public transport into town
An enclosed walkway crosses the A79 to join the terminal with Prestwick International Airport railway station, which the airport itself built in 1994. Platforms are reached by stairs, escalators and lifts, and Stagecoach West Scotland operates the bus services.
Other airports near Glasgow
Glasgow has 1 more airport: Glasgow Airport (GLA).
Popular searches at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
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Rules of the road in the United Kingdom
- Speed limits
- 30 / 60 / 70 mph
- Alcohol limit
- 0.8 ‰
- Motorway tolls
- tolls on some motorways
What kind of car do you need?
Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.
Frequently asked questions
United Kingdom: which side of the road do they drive on?
On the left. If you are used to the right, allow yourself a little time at the start — junctions and roundabouts catch people out, not the straight roads.
Which currency will I be charged in?
Prices are usually set in GBP. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.
Can I drive the car into another country?
Sometimes, but only if the rental company allows it, and it often costs extra. Check the terms before you book.
How far is Glasgow from the airport?
28 mi, about 40 minutes by car via the A77.
Do I need an International Driving Permit?
An EU or EEA licence is enough.
What are the speed limits in United Kingdom?
30 mph in towns, 60 mph on open roads, 70 mph on motorways.
Are the motorways tolled?
Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free.
Which car rental companies serve Glasgow Prestwick Airport?
Near the airport: Enterprise.







