Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Prague's timezone is UTC+1, making Prague one hour behind Chania.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CHQ to PRG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Getting to Prague (and then discovering more of Czechia!) is easy with SmartWings. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with SmartWings on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CHQ and PRG include:
Vienna International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Treviso Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight is R 940. A round-trip fare right now is R 2,501. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CHQ to PRG by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CHQ to PRG.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague.
Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
91.98% of flights departing from Chania International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when flying out of CHQ.
To get to Chania International Airport from central Chania, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CHQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PRG instead:
Pick up a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car and explore Prague and beyond with your own set of wheels. Rent Plus, Panek and Carwiz are top providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to central Prague has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The quietest month for a flight from Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Prague based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Chania International Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Prague, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to PRG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Czechia
Prague has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Czechia you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Prague, a visit to Brno will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Brno astronomical clock, Old Town Hall and Moravian Museum.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Czechia, head for Ostrava, about 274 kilometres east of Prague. Silesian-Ostrava Castle, National Cultural Monument Lower Vitkovice and Bolt Tower Cafe are key reasons to visit.