Travelling from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG).
Book a direct Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Prague is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Istanbul. Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), with 23 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from IST to PRG is the 6:50am Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 5:45pm with Turkish Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Istanbul to PRG. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from IST, you can catch 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.
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Looking to fly out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Catch your direct flight from Istanbul to PRG with Pegasus. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of SAW.
On the SAW to PRG route, Pegasus Airlines is the favourite choice for most passengers.
With 73.55% of services arriving as scheduled, Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Vaclav Havel Airport Prague.
SAW is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to PRG flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PRG instead:
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Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Central Prague is around 13 kilometres from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
$100 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Return flights start at $211. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap flights from Istanbul to PRG, book your plane ticket two months before your planned departure.
July is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Prague. September is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Prague is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Book your Istanbul to PRG plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 5ºC.
More about Prague
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Prague:
Your Prague trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Prague Castle, Wenceslas Square and Charles Bridge.
Explore more of Czechia
Prague has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Czechia you should also see. About 193 kilometres southeast of Prague, a visit to Brno will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Tugendhat Villa, Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus) and Špilberk Castle.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Czechia, consider Ostrava, roughly 290 kilometres east of Prague. Landek, Landek Park and Dolní Vítkovice are key reasons to visit.
