Traveling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is 8 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Prague is UTC+1, which is five hours ahead of New York.
Choose from three weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flights. The 18:30 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest available. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 20:40.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your JFK to PRG flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Prague — and maybe even more of Czechia if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between JFK and PRG:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
$179 is the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight. Return flights start at $219. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from JFK to PRG, reserve your journey ten months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from JFK to PRG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 30 miles from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PRG instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rent Plus, Panek or Carwiz and explore beyond Prague's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to central Prague has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
July is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. To skip the crowds, travel to Prague in April.
Book your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague for July if you'd like to visit Prague during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 81ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to PRG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºF and 41ºF on average.
Explore more of Czechia
Brno is just one of the many cities in Czechia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Prague. Around 110 miles away to the south-east, top sights here include Brno astronomical clock, Old Town Hall and Moravian Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Czechia, consider Ostrava, roughly 170 miles east of Prague. Silesian-Ostrava Castle, National Cultural Monument Lower Vitkovice and Bolt Tower Cafe are highlights.