Cheap flights to Prague from EUR18*

Prague rivals London and Paris in beauty, with its church spires, Baroque palaces, cobbled streets and squares of cafés and clock towers. After you’ve crossed the famous Charles Bridge and visited the Castle area, explore further to find Art Nouveau masterpieces, marvellous museums and quiet neighbourhoods where you can sit down with locals for the inimitable Czech beer.

 

An in-spired city break

Known as the City of a Hundred Spires, the Czech capital actually has about 500, rising from cobbled lanes and squares busy with awestruck tourists and nonchalant locals. It’s also known as the heart of Europe, not only geographically - Prague has been the capital of the Kingdom of Bohemia, residence of holy Roman emperors, a main city of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and home to Smetana, Dvořák and Havel. That rich history is reflected on every corner, cafe, beer garden and cellar bar, so you’re sure to have a city break jam-packed with discovery.

 

Bridges, castles and squares

Charles Bridge is the symbol of Prague, but get there early to stroll in peace over the lazy Vltava River, and to rub the bronze plaque on the statue of St John of Nepomuk (thrown off the bridge by King Wenceslas IV in 1393), which guarantees you will one day return to Prague. Then explore Prague Castle, the largest ancient castle complex in the world, home to generations of Czech monarchs and the official residence of the head of state. With that much history, it’s an eclectic bunch of architecture, including St Vitus Cathedral, which took 600 years to build – see the tombs of St. Wenceslas and King Charles IV and Art Nouveau stained glass by Alfons Mucha. The next must-see is Prague’s enormous Old Town Square, the city’s gathering place since the 10th century. Here you’ll find the Old Town Hall, founded in 1338, home to the Astronomical Clock where a skeleton rings the bell every hour, Franz Kafka’s house and the twin Gothic spires of the Church of Our Lady Before Týn. Must-see museums include the National Gallery, showcasing works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Klimt and Czech cubist art, or Lobkowicz Palace with Brueghel, Velázquez and manuscripts by Beethoven and Mozart. Prague also boasts Europe’s oldest working synagogue, from 1270 and five other Jewish monuments. There’s also the vast Art Nouveau masterpiece humbly named Municipal House, home to glass-domed Smetana Hall.

 

Bohemian cuisine and beer

Czech cuisine is meaty and hearty, with scrumptious dumplings on the side, perfect with beer, natch. Mlynec is well known for authentic Bohemian food and splendid views of the Charles Bridge from its terrace. Try Grand Cru for a very Central European atmosphere and a tasting menu with wine pairings, or Sova for Czech food with a contemporary twist. Slightly off the beaten path (read: away from the crowds) is The Eatery, known for its minimalist-industrial decor and innovative cuisine. If you’d rather switch it up for world cuisine, award-winning SaSaZu cooks up five Asian styles, or try K The Two Brothers for spicy curries in an elegant Central European interior. Czechs consume more beer per capita than any other nation. Do your best to catch up just by heading into any cellar in the city, or go directly to the source at U Fleků, which has been brewing up dark beer for 500 years straight. Beer gardens dot the city, but the best are in green areas such as Letná Beer Garden or Vyšehrad. True connoisseurs can tour the Pilsner Urquell brewery in its hometown of Plzeň, just an hour away.

 

Crystal, crafts, craft beers and clubs

Wenceslas Square, actually a tree-lined boulevard, is where independent Czechoslovakia was declared in 1918 and where Czechs celebrated the fall of communism in 1989. Now it’s also the city’s shopping hub, lined with international brand stores. For more local items, seek out Pragtique, chock-full of stylish souvenirs, from T-shirts to tote bags. Find a unique scent at Egoist Royal Parfums or visit Artel for handmade Czech crystal a world away from the tourist versions. If beer is your main reason for visiting, head to Pivoteka Beer Geek for bottles to take home. Prague is pub central – find one on every corner or seek out Pivnice Konvikt, Lokal or The Beer Museum. Never fear, Prague nightlife offers much more than beer. Visit Balcony Bar for cocktails with a view, Crazy Daisy for something new and different, and Hemingway for style and class. Nightclub options include party venue Le Valmont, RnB haven M1, underground Chapeau Rouge and the legendary Roxy, set in a 1920s cinema.

 

Vltava vistas, spa waters and hiking trails

For magnificent views over Prague, climb the Petřín Lookout Tower, built in 1891 inspired by the Eiffel Tower or visit Vyšehrad Citadel, alternatively a royal residence and military fortress over history. Another off-the-beaten-path Prague wonder is Strahov Library, with two magnificent Baroque halls dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. Further afield, tour the barracks, museum and cemetery at Terezin, the former Nazi deportation camp. Soak in the healing hot mineral waters at spa town Karlovy Vary or hike Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Park, which straddles the Czech-German border. Cruise the Kamenice Gorge or see Bastei Bridge, a rock formation 194 metres above the Elbe river. Gorgeous Dresden, Germany is also near enough for a day trip if you’d like to double up on your city break.

 

Prague airport

Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is 18 kilometres from the city centre, and Airport Express buses will take you to the main Prague train station in about 25 minutes. Car rental, taxi and intercity buses are also available. Prague Airport is packed with top-brand fashion, accessory, shoes, toy and cosmetics shops, or pick up a piece of Czech crystal. Dining options include fast food, delicatessens, coffee shops and full-service bar-restaurants (for one last Czech beer).

 

Prague weather

The best time to visit Prague is mid-May to mid-September to catch the warmest weather, though you’ll avoid the crowds in chilly October, when it rarely gets warmer than 15°C. Winter daytime temperatures are just below freezing, so dress warmly if you visit for the Christmas season.

FAQs for booking flights to Prague

How to get cheap flights to to Prague?

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When is the best time to visit Prague?

Historically and culturally dense, Prague is best visited during the mid-May to mid-September for warm weather, though it's early autumn—specifically, October—that the climate cools down and the crowds dissipate. It's during winter, though, that festive magic blankets the town with various Christmas markets, though beware of cold temperatures just below freezing. Of course, the panoramic view from Charles Bridge to the castle, as well as the winding alleys of the Old Town, which meander up to the square with its mediaeval Astronomical Clock, are also must-sees.

Another ideal time to visit is in the spring and early fall when it's moderate, with fewer crowds that can make it easier to enjoy the Gothic and Baroque architecture around the city. Whether for the rich historical experiences or the festive winter atmosphere, Prague's appeal is year-round, though a shoulder season visit promises a perfect blend of pleasant weather and cultural enrichment.

How to get from Prague Airport to Karlovy Vary? 

Vaclav Havel Airport, Prague is 18 kilometres from the city centre. Airport Express buses run from the airport to the main Prague train station in about 25 minutes. Car rentals, taxis, and intercity buses are also available. There are three options from Prague Airport to Karlovy Vary: by bus, car, or town car.

Another option is to travel directly from Prague Airport Terminal 1/2 to Karlovy Vary Tržnice Bus Station. The journey is about 1 hour and 40 minutes. Another option is driving, which takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes. Town cars are also available for the same duration. The bus is the cheapest and most hassle-free option, since the bus runs five times a day.

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