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Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) Overview

Václav Havel Airport Prague, located just outside the Czech capital, is the largest and busiest international airport in the Czech Republic. Opened in 1937, the airport has become a major gateway for travelers to and from Central and Eastern Europe. Featuring modern facilities and a wide range of passenger services, PRG serves as an important hub for both leisure and business travelers. The airport is named after Václav Havel, the last president of Czechoslovakia and the first president of the Czech Republic.

PRG is situated approximately 17 kilometers (about 10.5 miles) west of Prague's historic city center, making it easily accessible for visitors. The airport is surrounded by several local areas, including Ruzyně, Kladno, and Hostivice, offering convenient access to nearby city centers. With frequent public transport, taxi, shuttle, and private car services, reaching downtown Prague is fast and straightforward. The airport operates in the Central European Time Zone (CET, UTC+1).

Air Traffic Ranking

Among the top 20 busiest airports in Europe by passenger numbers.
Ranks within the top 70 busiest airports worldwide.

Top Airlines Operating at Václav Havel Airport Prague

Terminal Information

Václav Havel Airport Prague has two main passenger terminals:

Terminal 1: Handles flights to and from non-Schengen countries. Major airlines operating from Terminal 1 include British Airways, Air France, and Czech Airlines (for non-Schengen destinations).
Terminal 2: Dedicated to Schengen Area flights. Airlines such as Lufthansa, easyJet, and Czech Airlines (for Schengen destinations) operate from here.

Distance & Transportation to Prague City Center

Distance: Approximately 17 km (10.5 miles) from the city center.
Nearby Areas: Ruzyně, Kladno, Hostivice, and Prague 6.
Transportation Methods:
- Airport Express bus connecting to Prague Main Railway Station
- Public buses (lines 119, 100, and 191) to metro stations
- Taxi and ride-sharing services
- Airport shuttle and private transfer services
- Car rentals available at the airport

Official Website

For more information about flights, services, and facilities, visit the official Václav Havel Airport Prague website.

Air Passenger Rights at Václav Havel Airport Prague

As a passenger departing from or arriving at Václav Havel Airport Prague, you are protected under EU Regulation 261/2004 (also known as EC 261) for flight delays, cancellations, and denied boarding. If your flight is delayed by more than three hours, cancelled, or you are denied boarding due to overbooking, you may be eligible for financial compensation.

EU 261 applies if your flight originates from any EU airport, including Prague, or if you are arriving in the EU on an EU-based airline. This means that even if your flight to Prague originates outside the EU, as long as your carrier is European, you are covered.

Compensation Amounts:
- Up to €250 per person for flights up to 1,500 km
- Up to €400 per person for intra-EU flights over 1,500 km and all other flights between 1,500 km and 3,500 km
- Up to €600 per person for flights over 3,500 km
Eligibility: The delay or cancellation must not be due to extraordinary circumstances (such as severe weather or air traffic control strikes).
Your Rights: In addition to compensation, you are entitled to assistance such as meals, refreshments, hotel accommodation, and transport if your wait is prolonged.

How Voos Can Assist with Your Compensation Claim

If your flight from Václav Havel Airport Prague was delayed or cancelled, Voos can review your compensation claim and, if you qualify, pursue it with the airline on your behalf. Our service is risk-free: fees are only charged if your claim is successful. Depending on your flight distance and circumstances, compensation of up to €600 per person may be possible.

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Voos is dedicated to helping air passengers enforce their rights under EU 261 and obtain the compensation they deserve for flight delays and cancellations at Václav Havel Airport Prague.

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Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) Overview

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Official Website

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Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) Overview

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Official Website

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