Travelling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Chicago: what you need to know
Chicago is 6 hours behind Prague, where Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport is located. Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from PRG to Chicago.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from PRG to Chicago, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
You will need an ETA for United States if you have a passport from Czechia and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Chicago, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Travelling from central Prague to PRG takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near PRG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG) to Chicago
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport to Chicago is R 5,628. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,894. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PRG to Chicago if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes about 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It'll take around 54 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to ORD if you have a late flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. Following your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 46 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from PRG to Chicago at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Chicago
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Chicago, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before booking a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport to Chicago, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from PRG to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Chicago
After locking in your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Chicago, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.
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