Travelling from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): What you need to know
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is ten hours behind Melbourne.
To ensure you get on your flight from Melbourne to PRG, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to PRG, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is one option when you're setting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 68% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Unwind before your Melbourne to PRG flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights departing here land when expected.
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Book one of these accommodation options near PRG instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rent Plus, Panek or Carwiz and explore beyond Prague's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to the centre of Prague is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Right now, Rs142,054 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs278,708. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to PRG if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
January is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Prague based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Prague is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Book your Melbourne to PRG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague in January if you like travelling in 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. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and St. Vitus Cathedral are major attractions which should feature on every Prague itinerary.
Explore more of Czechia
Brno is just one of the many places in Czechia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Prague. Around 193 kilometres away to the southeast, well-known attractions include Tugendhat Villa, Namesti Svobody and Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus).
Ostrava is another favourite destination in Czechia and is around 290 kilometres east of Prague. No journey is complete without seeing Memorial of the WW2 victims, Landek and Landek Park.