Travelling from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Brussels: what you need to know
Glasgow Prestwick Airport is located in Glasgow. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is one hour ahead of Glasgow.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your PIK to Brussels flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from PIK to Brussels. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
The journey from central Glasgow to PIK takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to PIK:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow Prestwick Airport, 76.7% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Brussels
Rs17,828 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs41,983. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from PIK to Brussels, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PIK to Brussels by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Snag an affordable flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near BRU if you have a late flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Grab a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from PIK to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The centre of Brussels is around 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Following your PIK to Brussels flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CRL. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget make collecting a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from CRL two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Plan your trip to Brussels during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Brussels, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PIK to Brussels in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Brussels right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Brussels:
Atomium and Grand Place are just two of the big attractions to put on your Brussels itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Manneken Pis.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Belgium just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres west of Brussels, a visit to Ostend will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Around 113 kilometres east of Brussels, Verviers is another favourite stop in Belgium. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.
