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Prague Airport (PRG)

Prague Airport (PRG), officially Václav Havel Airport, is the sole international airport serving Prague. It has two main passenger terminals and is located 17km west of the city centre.

This guide outlines the facilities and services available at the airport, including shops, dining options, passenger amenities, and airport transfers.

Prague Airport
Prague Airport (PRG)

Prague Airport Guide - Airport Map

Prague Airport handles hundreds of flights daily, offering direct connections to the Czech capital from cities across Europe, North America, Asia, and Africa. The airport welcomes over 16 million passengers annually.

Prague Airport has two main terminals:

• Terminal 1 serves flights arriving from outside the Schengen Area - for example, the UK, North America, and Asia.

• Terminal 2 serves flights arriving from within the Schengen Area, which includes most European countries.

Both terminals offer all the facilities travellers would expect from a modern airport. The airport is also easy to navigate - even from the furthest gate, the walk to passport control takes no more than 10 minutes.

Visitor serviceS and facilities at prague airport

Prague Airport offers a wide range of services and amenities to ensure a smooth and comfortable travel experience:

Tourist Information (Visitor Centre): Located in the Arrivals Hall of both terminals. Open daily 08:00-20:00.

Public Transport Information: Located in the Arrivals Hall of both terminals. Open daily 07:00-21:00.

Currency Exchange (Bureau de Change): Available in both the arrivals and departures halls.
However, visitors will find significantly better exchange rates in the city centre.

Cash machines (ATMs): Located at both terminals. Avoid the ATMs in the baggage halls, as they charge high transaction fees. Use the bank-operated ATMs in the Arrivals Halls:

-Terminal 1: Exit customs and turn right in the Arrivals Hall. ATMs are by the stairs.

-Terminal 2: Exit customs and turn right in the Arrivals Hall.

• WiFi & Mobile Connectivity: Free WiFi is available throughout the airport - search for Prague Airport WiFi Free.

Strong 4G and 5G coverage is available for devices connected to Vodafone, T-Mobile, O2, EE, Three, China Mobile, and other networks.

• Restaurants & Dining: Options include fast-food outlets, Czech pub-style eateries, Costa Coffee, Starbucks, PAUL, and various cafés and refreshment stands. For good value and quality, try the self-service canteen on the upper level of Terminal 1, serving hot Czech meals and salads. It is popular with both informed travellers and airport staff.

• Shops & Duty-Free: A variety of local and international shops offer duty-free goods such as jewellery, watches, luxury clothing, perfumes, Czech beers, wines, Champagne and spirits. Tax-free shopping is available for passengers flying to destinations outside the EU, with savings of up to 21%. For affordable food and drinks, visit the Billa supermarket.

• A Tax Refund Desk: Located near passport control, this desk facilitates VAT refunds on eligible purchases made in Czechia.

PRAGUE Airport Transfers & PUBLIC TRANSPORT

For a comfortable and hassle-free journey into the city, we recommend using our Prague airport transfer service. Our taxis are driven by polite, English-speaking drivers, and we charge one fixed price for travel to any hotel in Prague - with no waiting fees or parking charges.

The journey time into Prague by taxi is around 30 minutes.

Alternatively, visitors can travel into the city using public transport, which involves taking a bus followed by the Metro.

Journey time into Prague by public transport is around 1 hour.

Prague Airport transfers
Prague airport transfers
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Prague Airport services and facilities, including airport transfers

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