Flying from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
Take a direct Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 45 minutes.
Prague is two hours behind Istanbul. Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) is the most popular route. There are 21 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 5:45pm. Opt for the first IST to PRG departure with Turkish Airlines at 6:50am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Istanbul to PRG. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reach your destination without the detour from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) are available from here.
When jetting out of IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague with Turkish Airlines.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between IST and PRG is Turkish Airlines.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) flight ticket with departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Work out whether leaving from SAW works best for your plans.
Take a direct flight from Istanbul to PRG with Pegasus. This is one of the top airlines that operates this route out of SAW.
Pegasus is the go-to airline for bookings on the SAW to PRG route.
Book with Pegasus if punctuality is a priority. Its flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Vaclav Havel Airport Prague touch down as scheduled 80.22% of the time.
You can arrive at SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to PRG flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Reserve a hotel close to PRG if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rent Plus, Panek or Carwiz to explore Prague and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to central Prague is around 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
$96 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Return flights start from $212. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Snap up cheap flights from Istanbul to PRG by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for July. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Think about your travel style when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Prague. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Prague is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your Istanbul to PRG flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague in January when temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Prague
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Prague:
Prague Castle and Wenceslas Square are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Prague to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Charles Bridge.
Explore more of Czechia
You've done Prague, now it's time to discover other parts of Czechia. Travel around 193 kilometres south-east to Brno to check off its leading attractions. From Tugendhat Villa to Namesti Svobody and Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus), you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Ostrava is another sought-after destination in Czechia and is around 290 kilometres east of Prague. No journey is complete without visiting Memorial of the WW2 victims, Landek and Landek Park.