Travelling from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): what you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Prague is 6 hours ahead of Chicago. Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to PRG, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're going away during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Chicago to PRG departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Chicago Midway International Airport and PRG:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to PRG:
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PRG instead:
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG) to central Prague
From Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport, Prague is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 49 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport, ر.ق. 964 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just ر.ق. 1,718. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Chicago to PRG. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of departure times and travel dates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Prague, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago to PRG, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Prague, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC and 5ºC on average.
More about Prague
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Prague right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport:
Prague Castle and Charles Bridge are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Prague must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Old Town Square.
Complete your Prague trip with a car rental
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