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

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New York to Prague
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+6h ahead 60 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and PRG, connecting options are available through 60 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to PRG.
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One-Stop Connections
60
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~47h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
3,926
Candidates
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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.

Other ways to reach Prague from New York

Nearby airports with service to Václav Havel Airport Prague.
Metric JFK→PRG TEB→PRG
Distance from JFK 21 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 1
Departure OTP 91%
Airports within 200 miles of JFK with service to Václav Havel Airport Prague.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+6h
Prague is 6 hours ahead of New York.
JFK: EDT · PRG: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 12:00 AM (next day) 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+6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections60 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 TEB, POZ, LTN, LUX, BUD, EMA, KRK, IAD, BDA, PBI, DUB, RAK, GVA, NAS, OPO, LCA, PUJ, GYD, FCO, MUC, NCE, ARN, OSL, MAD, FRA, CPH, BCN, OTP, CDG, AMS, WAW, LAX, AMM, MAN, CAI, LGW, BRU, VIE, CTA, DIA, LHR, PDL, MXP, ZRH, ATH, EDI, BEG, IST, DWC, KEF, HEL, TLV, AUH, LIS, DOH, NAP, DXB, ICN, PEK and TPE. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Prague is 6 hours ahead of New York.
Nearby alternatives include TEB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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

60 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB).