Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): what you need to know
The timezone in Prague is UTC+1, which is 12 hours behind Auckland.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your AKL to PRG flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between AKL and PRG:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
$1,001 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Auckland Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight. Return flights start from $1,641. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AKL to PRG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Auckland Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from AKL to PRG.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights leaving from Auckland Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Auckland to Auckland Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to AKL? If you've booked an early flight from Auckland Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
If you're landing on a late Auckland Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near PRG:
Pick up a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car and discover Prague and beyond with your own wheels. Rent Plus, Panek and Carwiz are popular outlets you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is roughly 18 kilometres from central Prague. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The quietest month for a flight from Auckland Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Prague based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Auckland Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Prague, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AKL to PRG around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Czechia
You've done Prague, now it's time to explore other parts of Czechia. Journey about 177 kilometres south-east to Brno to check off its top sights. From Brno astronomical clock to Old Town Hall and Moravian Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major destination in Czechia, head for Ostrava, roughly 274 kilometres east of Prague. Silesian-Ostrava Castle, National Cultural Monument Lower Vitkovice and Bolt Tower Cafe are key reasons to visit.