Flying from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where new adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG).
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located in Prague. The city is in the UTC+1 timezone and is five hours ahead of Ottawa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Ottawa to PRG.
In high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague? Stay at a hotel near Ottawa Gatineau Airport, such as Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will also have you moments from your departure gate.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can arrive at YOW from central Ottawa in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Ottawa to PRG flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport:
58.21% of all departures from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
If you have a late flight from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near PRG:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Vaclav Havel Airport Prague rental car. Grab your wheels from Rent Plus, Panek or Carwiz and explore beyond Prague's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague flight.
Getting from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to central Prague
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to the centre of Prague is about 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
268 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague. A return flight starts at 514 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to PRG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Affordable Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG). July is the busiest month to visit Prague. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
Before locking in your Ottawa to PRG plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Prague, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Prague
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Prague right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Ottawa to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Prague Castle, Wenceslas Square and Charles Bridge are essential stops on your Prague itinerary.
Explore more of Czechia
Brno is just one of the many cities in Czechia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Prague. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Tugendhat Villa, Namesti Svobody and Botanicka Zahrada (Hortus Botanicus).
Around 290 kilometres east of Prague, Ostrava is another favourite stop in Czechia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Memorial of the WW2 victims, Landek and Landek Park.
