Houston to Prestwick, South Ayrshire (IAH–PIK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Houston to Prestwick, South Ayrshire
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
4 Flights/wk 4,567 mi 6h 9m nonstop +5h ahead 4 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAH and PIK, connecting options are available through 4 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAH to PIK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
LHR ~12h 34m LAX ~14h 23m SEA ~14h 40m ORD ~21h 46m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
193
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
IAH → PIK
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Return
PIK → IAH
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAH delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+5h
Prestwick, South Ayrshire is 5 hours ahead of Houston.
IAH: CDT · PIK: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Houston, it's 11:00 PM in Prestwick, South Ayrshire.
Distance & Flight Time
4,567 mi / 7,349 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 9m to 10h 5m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IAH

IAH has no direct rail link to downtown Houston. The IAH Express bus runs from Houston Amtrak/Greyhound station via Park & Ride to Terminal C (60–90 min, $1.25 with METRO Q card). This is the only transit option; Houston's rail network does not reach the airport.Taxis from downtown Houston cost $50–70 and take 40–60 minutes. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) are typically $35–55. IAH sits 23 miles north of downtown on the North Freeway (I-45); traffic is heavy during morning and evening rush. Remote economy parking lots serve all terminals via shuttle.

Facts

IAH–PIK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Houston to Prestwick, South Ayrshire route.
Route details
Distance4,567 mi / 7,349 km
Flight time6h 9m to 10h 5m
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights4 out
1-stop connections4 hubs
Origin: IAH
Full nameGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
IATA / ICAOIAH / KIAH
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr46.7M
Elevation97 ft / 30 m
Destination: PIK
Full nameGlasgow Prestwick Airport
IATA / ICAOPIK / EGPK
TimezoneEurope/London
Elevation65 ft / 20 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAH to PIK flights.
Nonstop flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Glasgow Prestwick Airport take approximately 6h 9m to 10h 5m. The route covers 4,567 miles.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from IAH to PIK.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LHR, LAX, SEA and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Prestwick, South Ayrshire is 5 hours ahead of Houston.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IAH to PIK

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAH to PIK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAH to PIK ranges from 6 hours 9 minutes to 10 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,567 miles (7,349 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via LHR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.