Journey information
Overview: Prague to Essen flight
Distance 336 miles (542 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Flights per day 41 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 05:50 |
Last flight 21:25 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Prague to Essen start from as low as $76 (€62) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $183 (€149) depending on the train type and class.
The cheapest and fastest flights from Prague to Essen
Cheapest price
$303
Average price
$588
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Flights per day
91
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Prague to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Essen will cost around $588 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $303.
Of the 91 flights that leave Prague for Essen onWed, Nov 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct flights cover the 542 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the longest flights will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €62.
Distance: 336 miles (542 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€149 Average price | €87 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Essen flight times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Essen flights for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF1083+ AF1306 | 5:05 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 14h40 | 7:45 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1358+ KL1805 | 5:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h40 | 9:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
QS8042 | 5:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1h15 | 6:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EW9773 | 5:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1h15 | 6:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1358+ KL1797 | 5:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 13h10 | 6:40 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5655+ LH88 | 5:55 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h10 | 9:05 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
TP1243 · TP540 | 6:15 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 17h05 | 11:20 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1360 · KL1797 | 7:15 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 11h25 | 6:40 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
KL1350+ KL1819+ ICE 26 | 5:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 14h58 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL1350+ KL1817+ ICE 26 | 5:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 14h58 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL1350+ KL1799 | 5:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 4h55 | 9:55 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1350+ KL1803 | 5:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 11h55 | 4:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1350+ KL1815+ ICE 26 | 5:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 14h58 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1695+ LH95+ ICE 728 | 5:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 5h47 | 11:02 AM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1695+ LH5349 | 5:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h45 | 9:00 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1695+ LH99+ ICE 26 | 5:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 14h43 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1695+ LH97+ ICE 26 | 5:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 14h43 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1695+ LH4050 | 5:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 6h20 | 11:35 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1583+ AF1006 | 5:30 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 13h25 | 6:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1583+ AF1106 | 5:30 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 15h10 | 8:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1583+ AF1506 | 5:30 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h15 | 12:45 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1583+ AF1406 | 5:30 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 11h10 | 4:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
SN2816 · SN2609+ ICE 918 | 5:50 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h50 | 2:40 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
SN2816 · SN2609+ ICE 722 | 5:50 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h12 | 2:02 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
SN2816 · SN2609+ ICE 26 | 5:50 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 14h08 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
OS650 · OS205+ ICE 26 | 6:25 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 13h33 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
OS650+ OS8841 | 6:25 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h45 | 10:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS650 · OS205+ ICE 722 | 6:25 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h37 | 2:02 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
OS650 · OS207+ ICE 26 | 6:25 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 13h33 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH1403+ ICE 202 | 6:30 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 4h28 | 10:58 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1403+ ICE 728 | 6:30 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 4h32 | 11:02 AM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1403+ ICE 722 | 6:30 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h32 | 2:02 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
KL1352+ KL1819+ ICE 26 | 7:55 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 12h03 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL1352+ KL1819+ ICE 914 | 7:55 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 10h45 | 6:40 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL1352+ KL1803 | 7:55 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h00 | 4:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1352+ KL1819+ ICE 104 | 7:55 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 11h03 | 6:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
KL1352 · KL1805 | 7:55 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 13h15 | 9:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
QS8040 | 8:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1h15 | 9:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
EW9771 | 8:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 1h15 | 9:15 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
QR290 · QR85 | 8:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 28h10 | 12:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR290 · QR87 | 8:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 22h10 | 6:10 AM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LX1485+ LX1072+ ICE 104 | 9:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h58 | 6:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LX1485+ LX1072+ ICE 26 | 9:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 10h58 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LX1485+ LX1072+ ICE 914 | 9:00 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h40 | 6:40 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
LH5653+ LH78 | 9:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h20 | 12:35 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH5653+ ICE 722 | 9:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 4h47 | 2:02 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EN8951+ ICE 26 | 9:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 10h43 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH5653+ ICE 26 | 9:15 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 10h43 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
OS644+ OS211+ ICE 914 | 10:05 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h35 | 6:40 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
OS644+ OS211+ ICE 104 | 10:05 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h53 | 6:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
OS644+ OS211+ ICE 26 | 10:05 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h53 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 2 transfers | |
OS644+ OS163 | 10:05 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h10 | 1:15 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
DE4410+ ICE 108 | 10:35 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 4h23 | 2:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
KL1354+ KL1803 | 10:35 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 6h20 | 4:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1354+ KL1805 | 10:35 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 10h35 | 9:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
DE4410+ ICE 26 | 10:35 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h23 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
DE4410+ ICE 914 | 10:35 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h05 | 6:40 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1395+ ICE 104 | 11:10 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h48 | 6:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1395+ ICE 914 | 11:10 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h30 | 6:40 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1395+ ICE 26 | 11:10 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h48 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
AF1383+ AF1006 | 11:40 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h15 | 6:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1383+ AF1406 | 11:40 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 5h00 | 4:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1383+ AF1106 | 11:40 AM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h00 | 8:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1691+ LH1986 | 12:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 5h10 | 5:55 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1691+ LH113+ ICE 524 · Bus RE1X | 12:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 11h11 | 11:56 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
LH1691+ LH5363 | 12:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 4h10 | 4:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1691 · LH2022 | 12:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2h55 | 3:40 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1691+ LH113+ ICE 526 · Bus RE6X | 12:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h41 | 10:26 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
LH1691+ LH113+ ICE 100 · Bus RE6X | 12:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 10h41 | 11:26 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
LH1691+ LH1984 | 12:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h25 | 4:10 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1356+ KL1803 | 1:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h25 | 4:55 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1356+ KL1823+ ICE 100 · Bus RE6X | 1:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 9h56 | 11:26 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
KL1356+ KL1805 | 1:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h40 | 9:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1356+ KL1823+ ICE 526 · Bus RE6X | 1:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h56 | 10:26 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
KL1356+ KL1823+ ICE 524 · Bus RE1X | 1:30 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 10h26 | 11:56 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
LH1397+ ICE 26 | 2:10 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 5h48 | 7:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1397+ ICE 104 | 2:10 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 4h48 | 6:58 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1397+ ICE 914 | 2:10 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 4h30 | 6:40 PM Essen Hbf | 1 transfer | |
LH1397 · LH84 | 2:10 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 2h55 | 5:05 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS646 · OS217+ ICE 526 · Bus RE6X | 3:40 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 6h46 | 10:26 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
OS646+ OS8736 | 3:40 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h40 | 7:20 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
OS646 · OS217+ ICE 100 · Bus RE6X | 3:40 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h46 | 11:26 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
OS646 · OS217+ ICE 524 · Bus RE1X | 3:40 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h16 | 11:56 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
LH1693+ LH119+ ICE 524 · Bus RE1X | 3:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 8h11 | 11:56 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
LH1693+ LH119+ ICE 100 · Bus RE6X | 3:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 7h41 | 11:26 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
LH1693+ LH119+ ICE 526 · Bus RE6X | 3:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 6h41 | 10:26 PM Essen | 3 transfers | |
LH1693+ LH5353 | 3:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 5h05 | 8:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH1693+ LH4110 | 3:45 PM Prague Vaclav Havel Airport | 3h25 | 7:10 PM Dusseldorf Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Prague to Essen Flight

- Essen Light Festival, a stunning display of light installations and projections illuminating the city
- Zollverein Christmas Market, a festive market set in the historic Zollverein Coal Mine with artisanal crafts and seasonal treats
- Ruhrtriennale, an international arts festival featuring theater, music, and visual arts in unique industrial venues.
- Easter, mild spring weather and traditional religious processions
- Labour Day, vibrant local festivities and parades celebrating workers' rights
- Ascension Day, picturesque outdoor activities and a festive atmosphere.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Prague to Essen
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in Terminals 1 and 2, duty-free, fashion, electronics.
- Parking available, short-term parking from approximately 2.5€ (60 CZK) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, Mastercard Lounge, Erste Premier Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 1, open daily.
- Bus: 119, 100
- Metro: A (via bus 119)
- Train: NA
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