Flying from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is four hours behind Glasgow.
Your PIK to JFK flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Many passengers pass through Barcelona-El Prat Airport when flying between PIK and JFK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
C$392 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow Prestwick Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$743. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from PIK to JFK, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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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.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near PIK? If you're boarding an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Glasgow Prestwick Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to New York. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from PIK to JFK in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
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