Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

Arriving at Prague Airport involves a straightforward process depending on whether your flight originates inside or outside the Schengen zone.

• Passengers arriving on Schengen flights at Terminal 2 walk straight to the baggage reclaim hall without undergoing passport control.
• Passengers arriving on non-Schengen flights at Terminal 1 must proceed through border control, choosing the designated lane for EU/EEA/CH or All Passports.
• Follow overhead signage to the baggage reclaim area corresponding to your arriving flight number.
• Retrieve your luggage from the designated carousel and proceed toward the customs area.
• Pass through the green channel if you have no goods to declare, or the red channel if you exceed duty-free allowances or carry goods requiring declaration.
• Step into the public arrivals hall where transport options, currency counters, and ground services are located.

• Zug

  Public Trolleybus & Metro

  Trolleybus Line 59 stops outside both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, connecting to Metro Line A for direct access to central Prague.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-40 minutes total

  Typische Kosten:

  low (standard 90-minute public transport ticket)

• Zug

  Public Bus & Metro

  Departs from both terminals, providing a direct link to the western end of Metro Line B.

  Dauer:

  roughly 40-50 minutes total

  Typische Kosten:

  low (standard 90-minute public transport ticket)

• Zug

  Direct Express Bus

  Direct service running between both terminals and Prague's central train station.

  Dauer:

  roughly 30-45 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  moderate (special ticket purchased from driver or public transit counters)

• Taxi

  Taxi / On-Demand Ride

  Official ride services operate directly outside the terminal doors with desks located inside the arrivals hall.

  Dauer:

  roughly 25-45 minutes depending on traffic

  Typische Kosten:

  moderate to high (metered or fixed upfront fare)

Transferring between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 is done on foot within the connected main airport building.

• Terminals 1 and 2 are physically joined; walking between them takes roughly 5-10 minutes landside or airside.
• If connecting from a non-Schengen flight to a Schengen flight, you will pass through passport control and security screening.
• If connecting from a Schengen flight to a non-Schengen flight, you must clear passport control before reaching Terminal 1 gates.
• Follow overhead transfer signage ('Transit') to remain in the secure area for international transfers.

Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is available across all public and boarding areas of Terminals 1 and 2.

• Select the network named 'Prague Airport Wi-Fi Free'.
• No registration or password is required to access the basic free connection.
• Coverage extends throughout arrivals, departures, dining zones, and gate areas.

The currency of the Czech Republic is the Czech Koruna (CZK). Payment cards are widely accepted throughout Prague.

• Bank ATMs operated by standard Czech financial institutions are located in both terminal arrival halls.
• Currency exchange desks are present landside and airside, though exchange rates at transport hubs are often less favourable than central bank rates.
• Most public transport ticket machines, shops, and taxis accept contactless debit and credit cards.

A range of dining options is available landside and airside across both main terminals.

• Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 feature quick-service eateries, cafes, and self-service restaurants in public areas.
• Airside areas offer international food chains, coffee shops, and full-service dining outlets near gate corridors.
• Supermarkets and convenience stores operating in public areas stock snacks, drinks, and essential travel supplies.

Paid and airline-eligible lounges operate airside in both main terminals.

• Mastercard Lounge is situated in Terminal 1 airside for non-Schengen departures.
• Erste Premier Lounge is located in Terminal 2 airside for Schengen departures.
• Lounges offer light refreshment, workspace, Wi-Fi, and lounge seating; access can be booked or paid at the entrance subject to capacity.

Hotel options are located directly on airport grounds within walking distance of both passenger terminals.

• Courtyard by Marriott Prague Airport is located directly opposite Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
• Holiday Inn Prague Airport is located on the airport perimeter, accessible via a short walk or shuttle.
• Day rooms and short-stay options are available in nearby facilities for travellers on extended layovers.

Baggage storage and luggage wrapping services are available inside the terminal buildings.

• A left-luggage facility is located in Terminal 2 for short-term and long-term bag storage.
• Luggage protective wrapping services operate in the departure halls of Terminals 1 and 2.
• Trolleys are available free of charge throughout the terminal concourses and baggage reclaim halls.

Prague Airport provides dedicated services for passengers travelling with children.

• Dedicated baby care and nursing rooms equipped with changing tables are available near major toilet blocks.
• Children's play areas with small play structures are located airside in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
• Strollers are available free of charge for use inside the transit zones of the terminals.

• Luggage storage and left baggage
• ATMs and currency exchange
• Information desks
• Children's play areas
• Observation deck
• Pharmacies and medical post
• Car rental centre
• Supermarkets and convenience stores

Lokale Notrufnummer: 112 (Universal), 155 (Medical), 158 (Police).

• In the event of a medical emergency within the terminal, notify airport staff or visit the medical service station in Terminal 1.
• For lost passports or urgent legal help, contact your national embassy or report to the Alien Police section located in Terminal 1.
• The universal emergency line 112 can be dialed free of charge from any mobile phone, with operators speaking English.

• Prüfen Sie die Gültigkeit Ihres Reisepasses und ob ein Visum, eine ETA oder eine Einreiseerklärung erforderlich ist.
• Bestätigen Sie am Vortag Ihr Abflugterminal auf Ihrer Bordkarte.
• Aktivieren Sie eine Reise-eSIM, damit Sie sofort nach der Landung online sind.
• Laden Sie Offline-Karten herunter und machen Sie einen Screenshot Ihrer Hoteladresse und Buchungsreferenz.
• Informieren Sie Ihre Bank über Ihre Reise und führen Sie eine Ersatz-Zahlungskarte mit sich.
• Speichern Sie die lokale Notrufnummer und die Kontaktdaten Ihrer Botschaft auf Ihrem Telefon.
• Fotografieren Sie Ihren Reisepass und speichern Sie die Kopie an einem Ort, auf den Sie offline zugreifen können.
• Prüfen Sie die Gepäckbestimmungen und eventuelle eingeschränkte Gegenstände für Ihr Reiseziel.

Der Flughafenbetrieb ändert sich. Bestätigen Sie Terminals, Tarife und Fahrpläne immer mit den unten genannten offiziellen Quellen, bevor Sie reisen.

• Václav Havel Airport Prague Official PortalOffizielle Flughafenquelle
• Ministry of the Interior of the Czech Republic - Border ControlRegierungsquelle
• Customs Administration of the Czech RepublicRegierungsquelle
• Dopravní podnik hl. m. Prahy (Prague Public Transport)Offizielle Verkehrsbetriebe
• Fire & Rescue Service of the Czech Republic - Integrated Rescue SystemRegierungsquelle