Pendik, Istanbul to Prague (SAW–PRG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SAW–PRG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Pegasus and Valuair lead the route. The flight covers 964 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 60 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus | 13 | 321 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| VF Valuair | 7 | 7M8 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Prague from Pendik, Istanbul
| Metric | SAW→PRG | IST→PRG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAW | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 20 | 88 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
SAW: +03 · PRG: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul, it's 5:00 PM in Prague.
Turkish passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter the Czech Republic. Apply at the Czech Embassy in Ankara, the Consulate General in Istanbul, or a VFS Global center. The visa allows stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen area. Required documents include passport photos, bank statements, flight bookings, hotel reservations or a host invitation letter, and travel insurance covering at least EUR 30,000. The fee is EUR 90 for adults. Processing takes 10 to 15 working days. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.
Prague is one of the most visited cities in Europe by Turkish tourists. The Czech Embassy in Ankara processes a high volume of applications, especially from April to October. Apply at least 4 weeks before travel during peak season. If you hold a valid residence permit from another Schengen country, you can enter the Czech Republic without a separate visa for the remainder of your 90/180-day Schengen allowance.
Direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Prague Vaclav Havel (PRG) run about 2 hours 30 minutes on Turkish Airlines and Czech Airlines (Smartwings). Multiple daily departures. The Czech Republic uses the Czech koruna (CZK), trading at roughly 0.63 CZK per TRY 1. At Prague Airport, bus 119 reaches Nadrazi Veleslavin metro station in 17 minutes for CZK 40 (TRY 63). The Airport Express bus reaches Praha hlavni nadrazi (main train station) for CZK 60 (TRY 95). A 24-hour transit pass costs CZK 120 (TRY 190) for unlimited metro, tram, and bus travel. A restaurant meal in Prague runs CZK 200 to CZK 400 (TRY 317 to TRY 635).
SAW–PRG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAW to PRG
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) and Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) are connected by nonstop service from Pegasus and Valuair. With 20 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SAW to PRG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAW to PRG ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 964 miles (1,551 km). There are approximately 20 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 44 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
60 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via TGD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Istanbul (IST).