Traveling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): what you need to know
Prague and Leipzig are in the same timezone, UTC+1.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PRG to LEJ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Leipzig/Halle Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PRG and LEJ:
Frankfurt Airport
Stansted Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight is $124. A return ticket is currently $250. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PRG to LEJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Leipzig/Halle Airport.
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Handy information about Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Of all flights departing from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, 69.89% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Vaclav Havel Airport Prague from central Prague, it takes around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near PRG. Whether you're taking an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Leipzig/Halle Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
If you're getting in on a late Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near LEJ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt to explore Leipzig and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Leipzig/Halle Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport is roughly 13 miles from the center of Leipzig. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Leipzig/Halle Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Leipzig in February.
Book your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Leipzig/Halle Airport for August if you'd like to visit Leipzig during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 55ºF and 81ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from PRG to LEJ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 18ºF and 43ºF on average.
Explore more of Germany
Leipzig has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 95 miles north-east of Leipzig, a visit to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 180 miles north-west of Leipzig, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
