PRG - Václav Havel Airport Prague
Prague, Czech Republic
IATA Code: PRG · Prague, Czech Republic
The airport code PRG is the IATA identifier for Václav Havel Airport Prague. You may also find it referred to as Prague Airport (PRG).
Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) serves Prague, Czech Republic, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
PRG is the IATA airport code for Václav Havel Airport Prague, located in Prague, Czech Republic. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.1008°N, 14.2600°E. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- PRG
- City
- Prague
- Country
- Czech Republic
- Timezone
- Europe/Prague
- Latitude
- 50.1008°
- Longitude
- 14.2600°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from PRG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOD - Vodochody | 16 km | $247 | $0/passenger |
| KLV - Karlovy Vary | 96 km | $1,481 | $3/passenger |
| PED - Pardubice | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| DRS - Dresden | 120 km | $1,851 | $4/passenger |
| IES - Riesa | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| AOC - Altenburg | 158 km | $2,438 | $5/passenger |
| HOQ - Hof | 172 km | $2,654 | $5/passenger |
| RBM - Straubing | 183 km | $2,823 | $6/passenger |
| BYU - Bayreuth | 188 km | $2,900 | $6/passenger |
| CBU - Cottbus | 200 km | $3,086 | $6/passenger |
| LEJ - Leipzig | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| BRQ - Brno | 205 km | $3,163 | $6/passenger |
| LNZ - Linz | 208 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| WRO - Wroclaw | 216 km | $3,332 | $7/passenger |
| URD - Burg Feuerstein | 226 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| NUE - Nuernberg | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| PRV - Prerov | 238 km | $3,672 | $7/passenger |
| KOQ - Koethen | 242 km | $3,734 | $7/passenger |
| QXH - Schoenhagen | 246 km | $3,795 | $8/passenger |
| IGS - Ingolstadt | 250 km | $3,857 | $8/passenger |
| IEG - Zielona Gora | 251 km | $3,872 | $8/passenger |
| ERF - Erfurt | 253 km | $3,903 | $8/passenger |
| UHE - Kunovice | 258 km | $3,980 | $8/passenger |
| SXF - Berlin | 259 km | $3,996 | $8/passenger |
| MUC - Munich | 265 km | $4,088 | $8/passenger |
| THF - Berlin | 270 km | $4,166 | $8/passenger |
| SZG - Salzburg | 272 km | $4,196 | $8/passenger |
| VIE - Vienna | 278 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| OSR - Ostrava | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| CSO - Cochstedt | 279 km | $4,304 | $9/passenger |
| TXL - Berlin | 282 km | $4,351 | $9/passenger |
| EIB - Eisenach | 285 km | $4,397 | $9/passenger |
| ZMG - Magdeburg | 286 km | $4,412 | $9/passenger |
| KZG - Kitzingen | 293 km | $4,520 | $9/passenger |
| FEL - Fuerstenfeldbruck | 303 km | $4,675 | $9/passenger |
| BTS - Bratislava | 304 km | $4,690 | $9/passenger |
| AGB - Augsburg | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| PZY - Piestany | 306 km | $4,721 | $9/passenger |
| OBF - Oberpfaffenhofen | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| GHF - Giebelstadt | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| POZ - Poznan | 314 km | $4,844 | $10/passenger |
| ILZ - Žilina | 328 km | $5,060 | $10/passenger |
| KTW - Katowice | 345 km | $5,323 | $11/passenger |
| BWE - Braunschweig | 357 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| GRZ - Graz | 357 km | $5,508 | $11/passenger |
| FRZ - Fritzlar | 369 km | $5,693 | $11/passenger |
| REB - Rechlin-laerz | 371 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| KSF - Kassel | 373 km | $5,755 | $12/passenger |
| FMM - Memmingen | 375 km | $5,786 | $12/passenger |
| ZNF - Hanau | 378 km | $5,832 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your PRG Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from PRG
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Prague
Prague experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through PRG
As a European airport, PRG falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via PRG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Václav Havel Airport Prague
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from PRG
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to PRG are VOD, KLV, PED — consider these for potentially lower fares