Prague to Zurich (PRG–ZRH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PRG–ZRH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Swiss leads the route. The flight covers 318 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 98 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss Also: AI, AZ, WY | 28 | 221, 223, 290 | 1h20-1h25 | – | Star Alliance | AI, AZ, WY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zurich from Prague
| Metric | PRG→ZRH | DRS→ZRH | WRO→ZRH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PRG | – | 75 mi | 134 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 51 | 5 | 13 |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 1h 15m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
PRG: CEST · ZRH: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Prague, it's 6:00 PM in Zurich.
Switzerland is a Schengen member through EFTA, and the Czech Republic is an EU/Schengen member. Czech citizens enter Switzerland freely with no visa, time limit, or border checks under Schengen rules. A valid passport or national ID card is sufficient for entry. EU citizens also have the right to live and work in Switzerland under bilateral agreements.
SBB trains from the airport station (below Check-in 2) to Zurich HB take 10 minutes and run every 10–15 minutes. Long-distance intercity trains to Geneva, Basel, Bern, and Lucerne depart directly from the airport station; Zurich Airport is one of the best-connected airports in Europe for onward rail travel. Taxis queue outside arrivals; fares to the city centre are CHF 55–75.Rental car desks are located in the arrivals area. Swiss customs exit is prompt for EU/Schengen arrivals. The Meet & Greet area is directly adjacent to baggage reclaim.
Temperate continental climate. Winters (November–February) are cold and frequently foggy on the Swiss Plateau; fog (Hochnebel) can persist for days and is the most common cause of delays, with the airport above the fog layer on clearer days but below it on others. Snow does occur but is well managed. Temperatures range from −2 to 5°C.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 22–28°C with afternoon thunderstorms that can be intense but brief. Spring and autumn are mild and variable. Hochnebel fog season (October–January) is the primary operational risk to plan around.
PRG–ZRH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PRG to ZRH
Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) and Zürich Airport (ZRH) are connected by nonstop service from Swiss. With 51 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PRG to ZRH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PRG to ZRH ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 1 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 318 miles (511 km). There are approximately 51 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 107 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
98 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BSL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dresden (DRS) and Wrocław (WRO).