At the heart of Prestwick's connectivity is the Glasgow Prestwick Airport. This historic aeronautical gateway came to life in the 1930s and fast became a recognised transatlantic hub for over fifty years. Offering flights to an array of European destinations, this airport currently functions as a hub for popular low-cost airline Ryanair and handles US military flights, amongst other international cargo operations.

The town also boasts a naval air station, HMS Gannet, housing Sea King search and rescue helicopters. Prestwick not only facilitates journeys but also manages skies efficiently, as it hosts the Scottish Air Traffic Control Centre and the Prestwick Oceanic Area Control Centre. So, whether you are touching down or taking off from Prestwick, you're in the hands of aviation experts.