Travelling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Prague.
To ensure you get on your PRG to YVR flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Vancouver International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PRG and YVR:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Keflavik International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Vancouver International Airport flight is R 4,845. A round-trip fare is currently R 9,938. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PRG to YVR if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Vancouver International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from PRG to YVR.
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Handy information about Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Of the departures from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, 69.89% land on time at their destination.
To get to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague from central Prague, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to PRG:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Vancouver International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Vancouver International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PRG to YVR in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Canada, head for Victoria, roughly 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are among the biggest draws.
