Prague Airport, PRG

Prague International Airport, formerly known as Prague Ruzyně Airport, is an important international airport in the capital of the Czech Republic. Founded in 1937 as a replacement for Kbely Airport, which dated back to 1918, the airport has undergone several phases of reconstruction and expansion over the years. In 2012 it was renamed in honor of former president Václav Havel, representing a significant landmark for air transport in the region.

Positioned on the edge of the Prague-Ruzyně area, near Kněževes, it is approximately 12 km west of the center of Prague and 12 km south-east of the town of Kladno. The airport plays a vital role as a hub for airlines such as Czech Airlines and Smartwings, as well as serving as a base for companies such as Ryanair and Eurowings. With an extensive network of connections, it offers flights to over 150 destinations, operated by over 60 airlines.

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The airport has two main passenger terminals, two general aviation terminals and a cargo facility. Most flights operate from the North Terminals (Terminals 1 and 2), while the South Terminals (Terminals 3 and 4) handle special, VIP flights, as well as being used for small aircraft.

The airport offers all the necessary services for passengers, including lounges (both at T1 and T2), bars, restaurants, shops and duty free for airport shopping.

The management of the airport is entrusted to the joint-stock company Prague Airport (Letiště Praha, a.s.), wholly owned by the Ministry of Finance. Founded in February 2008, the airport's main headquarters are located in the Prague 6 district, while in the past the state-owned company had its headquarters within the airport complex.

INFORMATION

Management company: Letiště Praha, a. s. - Český Aeroholding

Address: K Letišti 6/1019, 160 08 Prague 6 - Czech Republic

Telephone no.: +420 220 111 888

Website: www.prg.aero/en

TECHNICAL DATA

IATA Code: PRG

ICAO Code: LKPR

Country code: CZ

Text by Alisè Vitri, Avion Tourism Magazine

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Flights departing and arriving from Prague

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Flights to/from Prague

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Transportation to/from Prague airport

Train

Airport Express buses provide a direct connection between Prague Airport and Prague Main Railway Station, where direct transfers to rail connections in the Czech Republic and abroad are possible. Stops at both T1 and T2. Travel time approximately 40 minutes.

Bus

Václav Havel Airport is connected to the center of Prague via public transport bus lines. The stops are located directly in front of the terminals.
Fastest connection from the airport to the center of Prague by public transport: bus line 59 (Terminal 1/Terminal 2 - Nádraží Veleslavín) with transfer to metro A or bus line 100 (Terminal 1/Terminal 2 - Zličín) with a transfer to metro B.
Prague Václav Havel Airport can also be reached by long-distance buses from RegioJet, FlixBus and Gepard Express.

Car

The airport is located approximately 19 km from the city center of Prague, reachable by car via the R7 expressway.

Taxi

Taxi services with Uber at Prague Airport. Counters with dedicated staff, Uber kiosks (also self-service) are located in the arrival halls of Terminals 1 and 2. Boarding places are marked in front of the arrival halls - Taxi Pick up A, Taxi Pick up B.

Car rental

The car rental companies present at the airport are: Avis, Enterprise, Hertz, Sixt and other local companies.

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Hotel near Prague airport

The closest hotel to Prague Airport is AeroRooms Hotel which is located directly in Terminal 1 of the airport. Or you can opt for Courtyard by Marriott Prague Airport (4 star hotel near the airport) or the Holiday Inn Prague Airport, an IHG Hotel (a 4 star 300 meters from the airport) To find more hotels near the airport of Prague consult the map below directly.