Travelling from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): What you need to know
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours behind Shanghai.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Shanghai to PRG. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to PRG leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Shanghai to PVG takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
82% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from PVG.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Break up your flight from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague with a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). A major connection between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and PRG, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to SHA from central Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to PRG flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 85% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near PRG instead:
Get the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
The centre of Prague is roughly 13 kilometres from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is $556. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $996. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Shanghai to PRG, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague ticket.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
December is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Prague based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Shanghai to PRG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Prague, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Prague
Start your Prague trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, browse our selection of hotels including:
Prague Castle and Wenceslas Square are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Prague must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Charles Bridge.
Explore more of Czechia
Prague is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Czechia you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres southeast of Prague, a trip to Brno will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Tugendhat Villa, Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus) and Špilberk Castle.
Around 290 kilometres east of Prague, Ostrava is another essential stop in Czechia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Landek, Landek Park and Dolní Vítkovice.