Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): what you need to know
The timezone in Prague is UTC+1, which is ten hours behind Melbourne.
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 catch your MEL to PRG flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight is 391 €. A return ticket is currently 813 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to PRG, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
67.71% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PRG instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car. Book your wheels from Rent Plus, Panek or Carwiz and experience more of Prague and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Prague. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. July is the most popular month to head to Prague. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Prague is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to PRG in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) then.
Explore more of Czechia
Brno is just one of the many places in Czechia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Prague. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Brno astronomical clock, Old Town Hall and Moravian Museum.
If you want to check out another major destination in Czechia, consider Ostrava, roughly 274 kilometres east of Prague. Silesian-Ostrava Castle, National Cultural Monument Lower Vitkovice and Bolt Tower Cafe are key reasons to visit.