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Václav Havel Airport Prague · Czechia
PRG
Medium riskHigh confidence Updated May 2026Exit score 78/100

Bus 119 + Metro is dirt cheap (CZK 40). Taxi 'mafia' still operates — book via Bolt or Liftago.

TL;DR

PRG (Václav Havel Airport Prague) serves Prague, Czechia. The recommended way out is Bus 119 + Metro Line A to Old Town (~CZK 40, 35–45 min). Pickup: Bus stop outside T1/T2.

Fare reality · PRG → Old Town
  1. ExpectedWhat locals pay
    CZK 40–CZK 700
  2. ConcerningAsk for the meter
    CZK 900+
  3. ScamWalk away
    CZK 1500+ taxi mafia
Currency · CZK
CZK 40–CZK 700
Tipping
Round up or ~10%
Cash · Card
Card widely accepted; avoid changing at airport kiosks
IF YOU ONLY READ ONE THING

Bus 119 + Metro Line A to Old Town

Typical fare
CZK 40
Journey time
35–45 min
Pickup
Bus stop outside T1/T2
WARNING · Skip the AAA/Fix taxi desks — Bolt or pre-booked is half the price
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Every way out, ranked

  1. 1

    Bus 119 + Metro A

    RECOMMENDED
    Cost
    CZK 40
    Journey
    35–45 min
    Wait
    Every 5–10 min
    Payment
    💳 Card / Cash
    Pros
    • Cheapest
    Cons
    • One transfer
  2. 2

    Bolt

    RECOMMENDED
    Cost
    CZK 400–600
    Journey
    25–40 min
    Wait
    5–10 min
    Payment
    📱 App
    Pros
    • Fixed price
    Cons
    • Surge
  3. 3

    Airport Express bus

    RECOMMENDED
    Cost
    CZK 100
    Journey
    35 min
    Wait
    Every 30 min
    Payment
    💳 Card / Cash
    Pros
    • Direct to main station
    Cons
    • Less frequent
  4. 4

    Taxi (Fix/AAA)

    Cost
    CZK 600–900
    Journey
    25–40 min
    Wait
    0–10 min
    Payment
    💳 Card
    Pros
    • Always available
    Cons
    • Pricier than Bolt
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From gate to city

  1. 1Walk to Bus 119 stop outside arrivals
  2. 2Buy 90-min ticket from machine (CZK 40)
  3. 3Bus to Nádraží Veleslavín, change to Metro A
  4. 4For taxi use Bolt or pre-booked transfer
  5. 5Plan 40–60 min to Old Town
Before you leave the terminal
  • Bus 119 + Metro CZK 40
  • Bolt for door-to-door
  • Skip random taxis
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Common scams & payment traps

  • Contactless tap on PID transit
  • Bolt accepts card

Old taxi mafia

High risk

Unlicensed cab quotes CZK 1500.

HOW TO AVOID · Use Bolt, AAA, or Fix only.

Inflated 'flat rate'

Medium risk

Cab claims meter broken.

HOW TO AVOID · Use app-based booking instead.

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What locals & travellers say

PRG·Prague
“Bus 119 + Metro is the universal locals' answer.”
Redditr/PragueChecked Apr 2025confirmed
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  • "Bus 119 + Metro is the universal locals' answer." — r/Prague
  • "Bolt is the cheap door-to-door option." — TripAdvisor
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PRG arrival FAQs

What is the safest way to leave Václav Havel Airport Prague?
Bus 119 + Metro Line A to Old Town. Skip the AAA/Fix taxi desks — Bolt or pre-booked is half the price.
Are taxis at PRG safe?
Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: old taxi mafia — Unlicensed cab quotes CZK 1500. Use Bolt, AAA, or Fix only.
Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at PRG?
Yes — Bolt works at PRG. Typical cost CZK 400–600, journey ~25–40 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
How much should a taxi from PRG to the city centre cost?
Expected fare on the PRG → Old Town route is roughly CZK 40–CZK 700. Anything around CZK 900+ is high — CZK 1500+ taxi mafia is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
Do I need cash for a taxi at PRG?
Carry small local notes — Bus 119 + Metro A expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
Where is the official taxi pickup at Václav Havel Airport Prague?
Bus stop outside T1/T2. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
Is PRG safe to arrive at late at night?
Late-night arrivals carry extra scam pressure here — specifically inflated 'flat rate'. Pre-book a transfer where possible, stay inside the terminal until your ride is confirmed, and use the official rank only.
What scams should I watch for at PRG?
The most reported at PRG: Old taxi mafia; Inflated 'flat rate'. See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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