Flying from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Mexico City: what you need to know
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6. The city is seven hours behind Prague, where Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is located.
To avoid missing your PRG to Mexico City flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from PRG to Mexico City with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Prague to PRG takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Mexico City? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near PRG:
When it comes to Vaclav Havel Airport Prague's on-time performance, data shows 69.89% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Mexico City
P27,810 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Mexico City flight. A return plane ticket right now is P52,607. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from PRG to Mexico City, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Mexico City is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices across every month and score an incredible deal.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Mexico City, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near MEX:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from PRG to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within an easy drive of NLU. Settle in here after your PRG to Mexico City flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at NLU can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Plan your trip to Mexico City during peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Mexico City during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Mexico City plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PRG to Mexico City around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Mexico City, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should be on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Puebla is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. No journey is complete without experiencing Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.