Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Prestwick Airport is one of the lesser known airports in Scotland, despite being located a mile outside of Prestwick and just 32 miles from the centre of Glasgow. It has been open since 1935 but began as a training airfield rather than a commercial airport. That changed in the 1960s when an expansion plan was carried out and changed the purpose of the airport. It is still developing today and is actually the largest commercial airfield in Scotland so it may only be a matter of time until it begins to overhaul Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Glasgow in terms of passengers.
Useful Information
Prestwick Airport now sees 3 million passengers a year passing through, even though only four airlines operate in the main and only terminal. Those airlines are currently Ryanair, Transavia, Wizzair and Aer Arann, and the routes they take are spread throughout the UK and Europe.
The Prestwick Airport claim to fame is that it is alleged to be the only place in the UK that ever hosted Elvis Presley. However, past visitors aside, the airport has much to offer visitors today in the way of facilities. For example, the following shops can be found at the airport:
- Peckhams
- WH Smith
- Nuance Tax & Duty Free
- Sacho
There are also comprehensive food and drink options available, including the following:
- Yates Bar
- Starbucks
- Hot Food
- Elvis Bar
Finally, the following facilities are available in addition to the above outlets and venues:
- Designated smoking areas (outside the terminal)
- Internet kiosks
- Cash machines and bureau de change
- Amusement arcade
- Multi-faith prayer room
- Car hire desks
- Disabled toilets, wheelchair hire and wheelchair assistance for disabled passengers
Lost Luggage: +44 (0) 141 848 4740
You can contact Prestwick Airport on: +44 (0)129 251 1000
Airport Car Parking Facilities
There are numerous car parking facilities available at Prestwick airport, all of which are highly secure and offer good value for money. However, for the best rates, check out the following car parks via the links:
Watsons Ayr Park
Terminal Mid & Long Stay
Use the links above for instant quotes for Prestwick airport parking. Cheap deals available online using the form at the top of the page.
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