New York to Prague (JFK–PRG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Prague
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+5h ahead 44 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and PRG, connecting options are available through 44 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to PRG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
44
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~49h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
3,126
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
JFK → PRG
53%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
53%
Return
PRG → JFK
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
82%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+5h
Prague is 5 hours ahead of New York.
JFK: EDT · PRG: CET

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 11:00 PM in Prague.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter the Czech Republic visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This falls under the Schengen area rules, so the 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.

Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

JFK–PRG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Prague route.
Route details
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections44 hubs
Origin: JFK
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: PRG
IATA / ICAOPRG / LKPR
TimezoneEurope/Prague
Passengers/yr18.0M
Elevation1,247 ft / 380 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to PRG flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LUX, LTN, VIE, KEF, BDA, LGW, WAW, MUC, OTP, LCA, GYD, CPH, MAD, FRA, ZRH, BRU, EDI, AMS, AMM, BCN, BEG, FCO, LAX, CDG, PUJ, LHR, MAN, DUB, MXP, CAI, HEL, ARN, IST, LIS, TLV, DOH, CTA, AUH, GVA, DXB, ATH, ICN, PEK and TPE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Prague is 5 hours ahead of New York.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via LUX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.