Der Václav-Havel-Flughafen Prag ist der wichtigste internationale Flughafen der Tschechischen Republik. Er liegt im Stadtteil Ruzyně, etwa 17 Kilometer westlich des Prager Stadtzentrums, wurde 1937 eröffnet und 2012 nach dem ehemaligen tschechischen Präsidenten und Dramatiker Václav Havel umbenannt. PRG fertigt über 17 Millionen Passagiere jährlich über drei Terminals ab. Der Flughafen ist Basis für Czech Airlines und Smartwings. Ryanair und Wizz Air haben ihre Präsenz am Flughafen deutlich ausgebaut. Der Airport Express-Bus verbindet den Flughafen in etwa 35 Minuten mit dem Prager Hauptbahnhof. PRG verfügt über zwei parallele Start- und Landebahnen. Prags wachsende Beliebtheit als Touristenziel, bekannt für seine mittelalterliche Architektur und die historische Altstadt, treibt die Passagiernachfrage.

Aviation Terms

Flugplatzbeleuchtung (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Flughafenkategorie (Airport Category) Flughafenhöhe (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Flughafenfeuerwache (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Flughafenlounge (Airport Lounge) Flughafen-Referenzpunkt (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Schürze (Apron) Automatisierte Passkontrolle (APC: Automated Passport Control)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Prague Airport to the city center?

Airport Express bus (AE) runs from the airport to Prague Main Station (Hlavni nadrazi) in about 35 minutes for CZK 100. Public bus 119 connects to the Nadrazi Veleslavin metro station (Line A) for CZK 40, from where the metro reaches the center in 15 more minutes. Taxis cost approximately CZK 600-700 (EUR 25-30) for the 17 km trip.

How many terminals does Prague Airport have?

Vaclav Havel Airport Prague has two active passenger terminals. Terminal 1 handles non-Schengen international flights (intercontinental and UK/Ireland routes). Terminal 2 serves Schengen area flights (EU countries). The terminals are connected by a walkway and share some facilities.

What is notable about Prague Airport?

PRG was renamed Vaclav Havel Airport Prague in 2012 in honor of the former Czech president and playwright. The airport serves as the main gateway to one of Europe's most visited cities and has seen rapid growth since the Czech Republic joined the EU. Terminal 2's departure area features exhibitions on Czech culture and design.

Is there free Wi-Fi at Prague Airport?

Yes, PRG offers free Wi-Fi in both terminals. The network provides one hour of free high-speed access, which can be extended. Registration is simple and the service supports browsing, email, and social media. Charging stations are available throughout the gate areas.

Which airlines operate from Prague Airport?

Czech Airlines (CSA), a SkyTeam member, uses PRG as its home base. Smartwings, the largest private Czech carrier, also operates extensively from Prague. Ryanair, Wizz Air, and easyJet provide significant low-cost service. Major European carriers including Lufthansa, KLM, and British Airways connect Prague to their respective hubs.