London to Prague is one of the easiest short breaks going — roughly two hours non-stop, with four airlines competing from every major London airport. That keeps fares low, so a weekend in the Czech capital often costs less to reach than a night away in the UK. This guide covers who flies the route, what a fair return costs in pounds, and how to book it cheaply.
Route: London (LHR / LGW / STN / LTN) → Prague, Václav Havel (PRG)
Distance: approximately 1,050 km (650 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 1h 55m – 2h 05m
Direct flights: Yes — British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair and Wizz Air all fly non-stop, between them covering Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton.
Fares from London to Prague (GBP)
Prague is a year-round city break, but fares rise over the warm summer (June–August), the Christmas-market season and Easter, and drop back in the quiet late-winter and shoulder months. The table below shows when the route is busiest. We no longer print per-month fare estimates here, because they were never measured.
| Month | Demand |
|---|---|
| January | low |
| February | low-medium |
| March | medium |
| April | medium-high (Easter) |
| May | medium |
| June | high |
| July | high |
| August | high |
| September | medium-high |
| October | medium |
| November | low-medium |
| December | high (Christmas markets) |
We do not quote a target fare for this route. Our price tracking holds no recorded observations for it, so a “typical” or “good deal” figure here would be an estimate dressed up as a measurement — so this page leaves it out rather than guess. The seasonal pattern above is the part we can stand behind; check the live fare for the number.
Airlines on this route
All four carriers fly non-stop; there’s no reason to connect on a hop this short. The low-cost airlines usually have the cheapest headline fares, while British Airways includes more in the base price.
- British Airways — from Heathrow; the most frequent service on the route and the only full-service Heathrow option, handy if you’re connecting.
- Ryanair — from Stansted; often the lowest lead-in fare, hand luggage only unless you add a bag.
- easyJet — from Gatwick; frequent and competitively priced, with a generous cabin-bag allowance on the plus fares.
- Wizz Air — from Gatwick and Luton; keen fares, but check the strict cabin-bag sizing before you fly.
With four airlines competing, fares move a lot from week to week — comparing all four and staying flexible on the London airport is the easiest way to land the lowest price.
When to book & how to save
- Book 4–10 weeks ahead for the lowest short-haul fares; prices tend to creep up in the final fortnight, especially over summer and the Christmas-market weeks.
- Travel off-peak — January to March (outside Easter) is the cheapest, and Prague is atmospheric and uncrowded in the cold.
- Go hand-luggage only if you can — the headline Ryanair, easyJet and Wizz fares assume cabin bag only; adding hold luggage can double the price, so pack light for a short break.
- Be flexible on the London airport: the route flies from all four, so a Stansted or Luton departure is often cheaper than Heathrow or Gatwick.
- Fly midweek — Tuesday and Wednesday departures are usually cheaper than Friday–Sunday for a city break.
Arriving in Prague
All flights land at Václav Havel Airport (PRG), about 17 km west of the city centre. There’s no train or metro to the airport itself, so the usual options are the Airport Express bus to the main railway station (around £3–£4, about 40 minutes) or city bus 119 to Nádraží Velešlavín and metro line A into the centre (a standard ticket is roughly £1.50). A taxi or ride-hailing car costs around £18–£28 and takes 25–35 minutes outside rush hour.
Frequently asked questions
Are there direct flights from London to Prague?
Yes. British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair and Wizz Air all fly non-stop from London to Prague, between them covering Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Luton. With four airlines competing you’ll usually find a cheap fare on the day and airport that suit you.
How long is the flight from London to Prague?
The non-stop flight takes about 1 hour 55 minutes to 2 hours 5 minutes. The return leg to London is a touch quicker or slower depending on winds, but it’s a comfortable short-haul hop in either direction.
How much does it cost to fly from London to Prague?
A typical economy return runs about £40–£135 depending on the season and how far ahead you book. Genuine bargains dip to around £25–£45 return in the quieter months, while peak summer and the Christmas-market weekends sit at the top of the range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Prague?
January, February and November are usually the cheapest months to fly. Avoid June to August, Easter and the December Christmas-market season, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from London to Prague?
British Airways (from Heathrow), Ryanair (Stansted), easyJet (Gatwick) and Wizz Air (Gatwick and Luton) all fly the route non-stop. The low-cost carriers usually have the lowest lead-in fares; British Airways is the full-service option and tends to include more.
Which airport do I fly into in Prague?
You arrive at Václav Havel Airport (PRG), about 17 km west of central Prague. It’s the city’s only airport and is linked to the centre by the Airport Express bus and by bus-plus-metro in around 30–40 minutes.
How far in advance should I book London to Prague flights?
Aim to book 4 to 10 weeks ahead for the lowest fares. Short-haul prices to Prague tend to rise in the final couple of weeks, particularly over summer and the Christmas-market season, so booking early on a flexible date usually wins.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Yes — midweek departures (Tuesday and Wednesday) are usually cheaper than Friday–Sunday, when weekend-break demand pushes fares up. Flying out and back midweek can easily save a little on a return.
Route and schedule details from current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — always check the live fare before booking.
