Travelling from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): What you need to know
The timezone in Prague is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to PRG.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Chicago to PRG that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ORD and PRG include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to PRG flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
76% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight:
Flights that depart from RFD arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PRG and hit the pillow fast:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is about 13 kilometres from central Prague. How long it takes to get to the centre in a taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Right now, $448 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. The cheapest price for a return flight is $810. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to PRG. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), while September is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Prague based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Chicago to PRG plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Prague, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague in January when temperatures are between -8ºC and 5ºC.
More about Prague
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Prague:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Prague Castle, Wenceslas Square and Charles Bridge are must-do's during your Prague adventure.
Explore more of Czechia
You've visited Prague, now it's time to discover more of Czechia. Journey about 193 kilometres southeast to Brno to check off its popular sights. From Tugendhat Villa to Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus) and Špilberk Castle, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Czechia, consider Ostrava, roughly 290 kilometres east of Prague. Landek, Landek Park and Dolní Vítkovice are the start of reasons to visit.