Travelling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
New York is five hours behind Prague and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from PRG to JFK start from 10:55 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last service of the day is at 12:55 with Delta Air Lines. In total, you can take your pick of three weekly Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PRG to JFK flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in New York — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PRG and JFK:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
R 4,183 is the best price for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 6,209. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from PRG to JFK.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, 69.89% of flights complete their journey on time.
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is about 18 kilometres from central Prague. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near PRG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're arriving on a late Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near JFK:
Travel at your own pace with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and find adventure across New York and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PRG to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another favourite destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without dropping by Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.