London to Prague (LGW–PRG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LGW–PRG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and Eastwind Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 636 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 61 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 12 | 320 | 1h55-2h | – | – | – |
| W9 Eastwind Airlines | 4 | 32Q | 1h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Prague from London
| Metric | LGW→PRG | LHR→PRG | LTN→PRG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 25 mi | 51 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 16 | 62 | 10 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 1h 55m | 2h |
Travel Essentials
LGW: GMT · PRG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 7:00 PM in Prague.
British passport holders enter the Czech Republic (and the entire Schengen Area) visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped at Schengen entry and exit points.
Border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, return travel, and sufficient funds (the Czech Republic suggests CZK 1,000 per day, about $42). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen states. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026.
Direct flights from London to Prague run about 2 hours on British Airways, Ryanair, Wizz Air, and Czech Airlines. The Czech Republic uses the Czech koruna (CZK), trading at roughly 23.50 CZK per $1. Euros are not legal tender but some tourist-facing businesses in Prague accept them at unfavorable rates. ATMs (look for "Bankomat") give better exchange rates than airport bureaux de change. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–PRG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to PRG
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and Eastwind Airlines. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
LGW to PRG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to PRG ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes to 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 636 miles (1,024 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 32 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
61 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via NTE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LHR), Luton, Luton (LTN) and London, Essex (STN).