Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Prague's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Vienna.
Flights from VIE to PRG start from 06:40 — the first with Austrian. The latest departure is at 21:45 with Austrian. In total, you can choose from 28 weekly Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flights.
To ensure you catch your VIE to PRG flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Austrian has direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Prague — and maybe even more of Czechia if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Austrian on this route.
Austrian is the most punctual carrier that operates VIE to PRG flights. A reliable 87.2% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Rs16,934 is currently the best price for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight. Return flights start from Rs40,638. These fares may change depending on availability.
To get cheap tickets from VIE to PRG, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Of the flights that depart from Vienna International Airport, 78.59% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Vienna to Vienna International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to VIE? If you're catching an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PRG instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car. Grab your wheels from Rent Plus, Panek or Carwiz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Prague and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to central Prague has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The quietest month for a flight from Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Prague based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Vienna International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Prague, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from VIE to PRG in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 5ºC then.
Explore more of Czechia
Brno is just one of the many cities in Czechia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Prague. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Brno astronomical clock, Old Town Hall and Moravian Museum.
Around 274 kilometres east of Prague, Ostrava is another favourite stop in Czechia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Silesian-Ostrava Castle, National Cultural Monument Lower Vitkovice and Bolt Tower Cafe.
