Pick up your car at Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) after your flight and drive into the Czech Republic
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) is 17 km west of the city centre, serving both Schengen and non-Schengen flights. Terminal 1 handles non-Schengen routes, Terminal 2 processes Schengen arrivals. Rental company desks are in the arrivals hall, and you meet your provider after clearing customs. It takes about 25 minutes to reach Prague Old Town via Aviaticka street and Route 7 Evropska.
We arrange cars at the airport for travellers who land at PRG and want to drive directly to their destination without entering the city. You select your flight arrival time when booking, provide your flight number, and the local rental company adjusts for delays. The rental agreement is signed at the desk after you present your documents, and damage is recorded in the contract before you leave the terminal car park.
This page covers airport pickup and routes from PRG into the Czech Republic. If you collect your car in the city itself - at a location in the centre or a hotel - visit our Prague page. The airport option suits arrivals who drive straight to Karlovy Vary, Brno, or other destinations without stopping in Prague.
Four steps from landing to driving out of Vaclav Havel Airport. Use the search widget above and select "Prague Airport (PRG)" in the "Specify location" field to see cars available at the terminal.
After your flight arrives at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, collect your baggage and pass through customs. Follow signs to the arrivals hall where rental desks are grouped together near the exit.
Find the rental company counter listed in your voucher. Present your voucher, driving licence, and payment card. The agent confirms your booking and prepares the rental agreement.
Review the agreement, note the excess amount, and sign. The agent walks you to the car in the terminal car park, records pre-existing damage in the contract, and explains controls and fuel policy.
Leave the car park onto Aviaticka street, then merge onto Route 7 Evropska. Follow signs for Prague city centre, the ring road, or motorways D5, D8, and D1 depending on your destination.
Direct routes from PRG to major destinations in the Czech Republic, with distances, road numbers, and car recommendations. Motorway vignette is required for D-roads and must be purchased at airport fuel stations before you join the motorway.
17 km east on Route 7 Evropska, about 25 minutes to Stare Mesto. Skoda Fabia is a compact hatchback suited to city parking and narrow streets. Skoda Scala is a larger hatchback for extra boot space.
115 km west via D6 motorway, roughly 1 hour 15 minutes. Skoda Octavia is a saloon with ample luggage capacity for spa stays. Skoda Superb is an executive saloon for longer trips.
75 km southwest on Route 7 then ring road to D5, about 50 minutes. Skoda Kamiq is a small SUV with higher ground clearance. Hyundai i30 is a hatchback for mixed urban and highway driving.
100 km north via ring road then D10 and Route 35, around 1 hour 20 minutes. Skoda Karoq is a mid-size SUV for mountain roads in northern Bohemia. Skoda Kodiaq is a seven-seat SUV for group travel.
210 km southeast on D1 motorway through southern districts, approximately 2 hours. BMW 520 is an executive saloon for comfortable motorway cruising. Toyota Corolla is a hybrid saloon for fuel economy on long drives.
Examples of models offered by rental companies at PRG, grouped by category. Actual availability depends on your dates and rental company stock at the time of booking.
| Model | Category | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Skoda Fabia | Economy hatchback | Short city trips, single travellers or couples |
| Skoda Scala | Compact hatchback | Airport to city, moderate luggage |
| Skoda Octavia | Mid-size saloon | Motorway drives, families, large boot |
| Skoda Kamiq | Small SUV | Higher seating position, light gravel roads |
| Skoda Karoq | Mid-size SUV | Mountain routes, four passengers with luggage |
| Skoda Kodiaq | Large SUV | Seven seats, group travel, long trips |
| Skoda Superb | Executive saloon | Business travel, comfort on motorways |
| BMW 420 | Coupe | Two-door style, dynamic handling |
| BMW 520 | Executive saloon | Premium finish, long-distance motorway cruising |
| Toyota Corolla | Hybrid saloon | Fuel economy, hybrid drivetrain |
| Hyundai i30 | Compact hatchback | Mixed urban and highway use |
| Renault Clio | Economy hatchback | Budget-conscious short rentals |
| Fiat 500 | City car | Tight parking, solo travellers |
These models are examples drawn from the fleets of rental companies operating at Vaclav Havel Airport. The actual list in the search results depends on your pickup date, rental length, and stock held by each provider. Use the booking widget to see real-time availability and specifications for each car.
Practical advice for collecting and returning your car at Prague Airport, covering flight delays, fuel, documentation, and road exits.
Some cars at PRG are available without a deposit hold and accept debit cards or cash for the balance payment. The terms vary by model and rental company, and are shown in the search results before you book.
When you search in the widget above, each car displays its deposit requirement and accepted payment methods. "No deposit" means the rental company does not place a hold on your card for the excess amount - you pay only the rental fee. The excess is still your liability if damage occurs; you are simply not pre-authorising it.
Cars marked "No credit card" accept debit cards or cash for the balance due at pickup. The booking advance is always paid online by card when you reserve. Check the payment icons next to each car in the results to confirm which methods the provider accepts.
You pay a booking advance online when you reserve, using a debit or credit card on our site. The remaining balance is paid when you collect the car at the airport desk. The method accepted for this balance - debit card, cash, or credit card - is listed in the search results and confirmed in your voucher.
If your chosen car requires a credit card and you do not have one, consider increasing the limit on your debit card to cover both the balance and any deposit hold. Full details on online and counter payment and advance are explained on our payment page.
Answers to common questions about collecting and returning a car at Vaclav Havel Airport Prague.
Yes, certain cars at PRG accept debit cards or cash for the balance payment at pickup. The booking advance is paid online by card when you reserve. Check the payment icons in the search results to see which methods each rental company accepts for your chosen car.
Rental desks are in the arrivals hall of Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, depending on your flight. After you clear customs and collect baggage, follow signs for car rental. The desk name and exact location are printed in your voucher.
Provide your flight number when booking so the rental company can track your arrival. If your flight is delayed, the desk staff adjust the pickup time and hold your car. If you need to notify them directly, contact details are in the voucher.
Yes, if you join a D-road - D1, D2, D3, D5, D8, or D11. Buy the vignette at a fuel station inside the airport or on Aviaticka street before you merge onto the motorway. Police check for valid vignettes at toll points.
Some providers offer after-hours return with a key drop box. Confirm this option when you book and check the procedure in your voucher. The car must be parked in the designated space, locked, and the keys placed in the box with your contract number.
Cross-border travel to Germany, Austria, Poland, and Slovakia is generally allowed with prior permission from the rental company. Request this when you book and confirm that the approval is noted in your contract at pickup. Additional fees may apply.
Search for cars at Vaclav Havel Airport Prague using the widget at the top of this page. Select your arrival date and time, compare models and terms, and book online with free cancellation. Your voucher arrives by email with desk location and collection instructions.