Travelling from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Rome: what you need to know
Rome is 1 hour ahead of Glasgow, where Glasgow Prestwick Airport is located. Rome operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from PIK to Rome.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from PIK to Rome that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you have a passport from United Kingdom and want to travel to Italy for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the reason for your trip and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow, PIK can be reached in approximately 38 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 53 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near PIK. Whether you have an early flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) to Rome
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome is $133. The cheapest price for a return flight is $260. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from PIK to Rome, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the centre of Rome takes about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 51 minutes.
Book a hotel close to FCO if you have a late flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
As soon as your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 42 minutes by car. Central Rome is approximately 18 kilometres from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 39 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from PIK to Rome, settle in at a hotel close to CIA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Rome
August is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome. To avoid the crowds, visit Rome in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Rome is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap flights from PIK to Rome sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Rome
After booking your flight from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Rome:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum are leading attractions which should be on any good Rome itinerary.
Complete your Rome trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Rome and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport to Rome.