Travelling from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Glasgow. Explore your options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) when booking your flight from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG).
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 20 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Prague is one hour ahead of Glasgow. Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague, which is in the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG). Choose from 3 direct services each week. easyJet operates a 7am departure between GLA and PRG.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Glasgow to PRG.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) take off from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague with easyJet. This popular carrier operates services from GLA.
easyJet is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from GLA to PRG.
Among carriers on this route, Jet2 has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
70.07% of flights that take off from Glasgow International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Here's where you can connect between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and PRG:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Glasgow to PRG flight, stay in one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
If you have a late flight from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PRG:
Grab a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car and explore Prague and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rent Plus, Panek and Carwiz are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to central Prague is about 13 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is $62. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $116. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap flights from Glasgow to PRG by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
April is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Prague. July is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Prague is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Glasgow to PRG flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 5ºC.
More about Prague
After booking your flight from Glasgow to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Prague:
Prague Castle and Wenceslas Square are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Prague to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Charles Bridge.
Explore more of Czechia
Brno is just one of the many cities in Czechia waiting to be explored after you've seen Prague. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Tugendhat Villa, Namesti Svobody and Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus).
Ostrava is another well-known destination in Czechia and is around 290 kilometres east of Prague. No trip is complete without dropping by Memorial of the WW2 victims, Landek and Landek Park.