Flying from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK): what you need to know
Derry and Glasgow are in the same timezone, UTC+0.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LDY to PIK flight.
Travelling during a peak month like February? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport (LDY) to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
At the moment, ر.ق. 308 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way City of Derry Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 3,768. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LDY to PIK if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from City of Derry Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about City of Derry Airport (LDY)
City of Derry Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Derry. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near LDY? If you've booked an early flight from City of Derry Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a City of Derry Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PIK instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Arnold Clark and explore beyond Glasgow's main sights.
Booking your ride from Glasgow Prestwick Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to central Glasgow
From Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
The quietest month for a flight from City of Derry Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Glasgow based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from City of Derry Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LDY to PIK around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Glasgow has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 402 kilometres south-east of Glasgow, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Edinburgh is another essential stop in United Kingdom and is around 64 kilometres east of Glasgow. No trip is complete without visiting Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland.