Flying from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in New York. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) departing from here.
Around 8 hours 20 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Prague is six hours ahead of New York. Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague, which runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG). There are 3 direct services each week. Delta Air Lines operates a 6:30pm departure between JFK and PRG.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from New York to PRG.
With more travellers during busy periods like July, be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can find a direct flight from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) departing from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
When taking off from JFK, you can catch a direct flight from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague with Delta Air Lines.
The top choice among passengers flying between JFK and PRG is Delta.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to PRG. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Here's where you can connect between Newark Liberty International Airport and PRG:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
You can get to EWR from central New York in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 24 kms (15 miles) or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your New York to PRG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 55 minutes or so on public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near New York LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations as expected. At LGA, that rate is 69%.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Have a late flight from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague? Don't let it steal your sleep. Check in to one of these hotels near PRG and turn out the lights sooner:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to central Prague is around 13 kms (8 miles). If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
At the moment, £177 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. The cheapest price for a return flight is £389. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from New York to PRG, book your plane ticket four months before your planned departure.
September is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG). September is the busiest month to visit Prague. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
Before locking in your New York to PRG plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Prague, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 5ºC.
More about Prague
Start your Prague trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, browse our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Prague when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Prague Castle followed by Wenceslas Square and Charles Bridge.
Explore more of Czechia
Brno is just one of the many cities in Czechia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Prague. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the southeast, its best attractions include Tugendhat Villa, Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus) and Špilberk Castle.
Ostrava is another must-experience destination in Czechia and is around 290 kms (180 miles) east of Prague. No journey is complete without dropping by Landek, Landek Park and Dolní Vítkovice.
