Melbourne MEL to Prague PRG Flights

Flights from Melbourne to Prague generally leave from Melbourne and arrive in Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.

Melbourne is 22.6 km away from Melbourne city centre and Prague Vaclav Havel Airport is 15.6 km from Prague city centre.

Prague is within the Schengen Area. Passport and visa requirements depend on your nationality. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 10 h in winter and 8 h in summer between Melbourne and Prague.

The best events to attend in Prague include:

• Prague Spring International Music Festival, a prestigious classical music festival featuring renowned orchestras and soloists
• Prague Food Festival, a culinary event showcasing the best of Czech cuisine and local chefs
• Signal Festival, an annual light art festival transforming the city with stunning light installations
• Christmas Markets, traditional markets offering festive food, crafts, and holiday cheer throughout the city.

The best holidays to experience in Prague include:

• Easter, beautiful spring weather and traditional celebrations
• Labour Day, local festivities and a lively atmosphere in early May
• Czech Statehood Day, cultural events and parades in September
• Independence Day, patriotic celebrations and community gatherings in October.

The best seasons to visit Prague are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Prague is during April-June or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
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.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.