Aircraft Spotting Information
Comprehensive guide for aircraft spotters at Glasgow Prestwick Airport (ICAO: EGPK, IATA: PIK)
Prestwick International Airport Station
The airport has its own railway station, accessible via a covered walkway from the terminal building.
Stagecoach X77 Express
Bus stops are located directly outside the terminal on the A79.
Postcode for SatNav:
KA9 2PL
Less than 5 minutes from the A77, connecting to the M77 and other major motorways in Scotland.
All car parks are cashless. Pre-booking recommended.
Airport Parking Information →Established in 1934, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has served various roles throughout its history, including as a transatlantic gateway and a hub for military operations. Over the decades, it has adapted to changing aviation demands, balancing passenger services with cargo and military operations.
The airport has maintained its strategic importance in Scottish aviation and continues to serve as a key facility for both commercial and cargo operations.
Note: Frequencies are subject to change. Always verify current frequencies through official sources or the ATIS broadcast before your visit.
Top floor of the terminal building
Open daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (free admission)
Near the intersection of Runways 13/31 and 03/21, close to the Control Tower
Elevated area with parking available
Accessible via the A79, turn at signs for "Prestwick Holiday Park"
Parking spaces available just after passing over the railway bridge (approx. 10-minute walk from terminal)
Roundabout on Station Road in Monkton
From terminal, walk along A79 and Station Road (approx. 20-25 minutes)
In Monkton village, take Main Road towards Spirit Aerosystems at the traffic lights
Small car park available on the right by Polly's Tearoom
From Sandyford Roundabout, follow signs to Galston on A719, drive 500 meters, then turn left into layby
Accessible by car via the A77, east of the airport
At the roundabout under the approach path of Runway 30, exit onto Sandyford Road. Small parking area just off the roundabout. Walk to the gate.
Same access as The Mound, but use the mound on the left side of the parking area
Glasgow Prestwick Airport has experienced significant growth in cargo operations, establishing itself as a key cargo hub between the UK and China.
Regular wide-bodied freighter operations, including Airbus A330 freighters
Ryanair has been operating at Glasgow Prestwick Airport for over 30 years, celebrating their 30th anniversary in 2024. The airline operates passenger services with additional frequencies during peak seasons.
Ryanair also operates an Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility on-site, employing over 600 people, and has invested significantly in training facilities on the airport campus.
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Best locations: Goodrich Roundabout, Monkton Village, Layby on A719 Tarbolton Road. Early morning light provides good conditions for approach and landing shots.
Best locations: Spectator Gallery and Railway Bridge. Favorable lighting conditions during these times, especially for apron and approach photography.