Traveling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Prague and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Every week, there are 29 Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, select the 09:20 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 19:50 with Turkish Airlines.
Your PRG to IST flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between PRG and IST:
Varna Airport
Vienna International Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is AED 216. A return fare is currently AED 408. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PRG to IST.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Of all flights leaving 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. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near PRG? If you've booked an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the center of Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometers away.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PRG to IST sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometers east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favorite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.