Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG)

Overview

Prague Ruzynì International Airport is a clean and efficient airport just 10 miles (16km) west of Prague's city centre. Prague has become a popular destination for quick weekend breaks and the Old Town district offers trendy nightclubs and pubs. The airport has quick processing times and the staff are friendly. However, the shops, restaurants and bars are quite expensive. Passengers with lots of time to kill at the airport should head to the cinema in the departures hall of Terminal 2.

Location

The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) northwest of Prague.

Getting to the city

Cedaz minibus shuttles leave regularly for the city centre; they can drop passengers off at hotels throughout the city. The Airport Express provides the quickest transport to Prague Main Train Station. Public buses have regular services to all areas of Prague departing from the front of the arrivals hall. Public transportation fares are based on time of travel.

Time

GMT +1 (GMT +2 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October).

Contacts

Tel: +420 220 111 888.

Car rental

All the major car rental companies are represented at the airport, including Avis, Europcar, Hertz and Sixt.

Airport Taxis

Taxis are also available outside the Arrivals hall. A taxi to the city centre should take around 30 minutes. Agree on a price with the driver before the journey begins as many licensed taxis are unmetered.

Transfer between terminals

The terminals are connected.

Facilities

There are a number of shops, bars, cafeterias and restaurants in the main terminal. Bureaux de change, ATMs and a bank are also available; the Travelex in the transit section is open 24 hours. Conference and meeting rooms can also be hired, and wifi access is available in both terminals

Parking

The first 15 minutes of parking at Prague Ruzynì International Airport is free. Thereafter parking charges range from CZK 100 for 30 minutes, and CZK 200 for an hour for parking directly in front of the terminal. Short-term parking costs CZK 50 per hour for the first 11 hours and a day rate of CZK 590. Weekly rates are quoted on request.

Departure Tax

None.

Website

www.prg.aero

Internet

Free wifi is available on the 'prg.aero-hotspot' network.

Business Lounges

The airport boasts a number of VIP Lounges as well as business halls with workstations and refreshments. Conference facilities are also available.

Prague Vaclav Havel Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.