Prague Airport Taxi
Guide

How to get from Prague Airport
to the city center?

After landing you have four ways to get into central Prague: public transport, Airport Express, a taxi on the spot, or a pre-booked transfer. Each option has a different price, travel time and comfort level — this guide has the real 2026 prices so you can choose based on what matters most to you.

Your options

Four ways to get from the airport

Public transport (bus + metro)

€2 (50 CZK)
⏱ 45–60 min

Bus 100 (towards Zličín, metro line B), 59 (towards Nádraží Veleslavín, metro line A) or 191 (towards Anděl, metro line B) takes you to the nearest metro station, from where you continue into the centre. A 90-minute ticket covers the whole journey and costs 50 CZK, available from the machine at the stop.

✓ Cheapest option
✓ Frequent departures, including at night
✕ One transfer to the metro
✕ Awkward with luggage or kids
✕ Need cash or a card for the ticket machine

Airport Express (AE)

€4 (100 CZK)
⏱ ~35 min

A direct bus line from the airport to the Main Railway Station, no transfer, roughly every 30 minutes. Reduced fare for children, students and seniors.

✓ No transfer
✓ Faster than regular public transport
✕ Only goes to the Main Station
✕ Extra journey needed for other parts of Prague

Taxi on the spot

€30–45
⏱ 20–35 min

Taxi from the official rank right outside the terminal, no booking needed. Price depends on traffic and the specific operator.

✓ Available immediately
✓ No advance booking needed
✕ Price only roughly known in advance
✕ Risk of overpaying with unmarked cars away from the rank
✕ Driver isn't tracking your flight

Pre-booked transfer

from €29
⏱ 20–35 min

A car booked in advance, timed exactly to your flight's arrival. The driver tracks your flight in real time and waits even if it's delayed, at no extra charge. You know the price before you land — no surprises on arrival.

✓ Fixed price known in advance
✓ Driver waits with a sign in the arrivals hall
✓ No surcharge for flight delays
✓ Minivan available for more luggage or passengers
✕ More expensive than public transport
At a glance

Side-by-side comparison

OptionPriceTravel timeBooking neededWith luggage
Public transport (bus + metro)€2 (50 CZK)45–60 minNoDifficult
Airport Express (AE)€4 (100 CZK)~35 minNoOK
Taxi on the spot€30–4520–35 minNoOK
Pre-booked transferfrom €2920–35 minYesBest
Recommendation

When to choose what

Travelling alone, no luggage, on a budget
Public transport — €2, one metro transfer.
Continuing your journey by train from the Main Station
Airport Express — direct, no transfer, €4.
Landed without a booking and need a ride now
Taxi at the official rank — expect a higher, less certain price.
Travelling with family, kids, more luggage, or want price certainty
A pre-booked transfer — the driver waits even if your flight is delayed, at no extra charge.
FAQ

Common questions

Is it safe to take a taxi at Prague airport?+
Yes, at the official rank right outside the terminal. Avoid people who approach you in the arrivals hall offering a ride — they tend to charge significantly more with no fixed price upfront.
Is the Airport Express cheaper than a taxi?+
Yes. The Airport Express costs 100 CZK (~€4), a taxi on the spot usually 700–1,000 CZK (~€30-45). The Airport Express only goes to the Main Station though, so you may need a further transfer.
Is it worth booking a transfer in advance even though it costs more than public transport?+
If you're travelling with children, more luggage, or arriving late at night, yes — you get a fixed price upfront and the driver waits even if your flight is delayed, at no extra charge.
How long does it take to get from the airport to central Prague?+
By car, taxi or transfer: 20–35 minutes depending on traffic. By public transport with a metro transfer: 45–60 minutes.

Want price and timing certainty?

Book a transfer in advance — your driver will be waiting with a sign right in the arrivals hall.

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