Glasgow Prestwick Airport is an international airport and Scotland's largest commercial airfield serving Glasgow and the surrounding area, located just out of Prestwick in South Ayrshire and approximately 46 km (29 miles) from the city of Glasgow and the Crowne Plaza.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport has grown considerably over the last ten years in passenger traffic and has become increasingly popular with the budget airlines. In 2008, Prestwick handled over 2.4 million passengers and has become popular due to its transportation links, low cost car parking, flight times and easy check-in.