Prague to Copenhagen
1h 12m The flight from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) covers 623 km (387 miles) and takes approximately 1h 12m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north on an initial great-circle bearing of 351°, passing near 52.9° N, 13.5° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 1h 08m | 1h 33m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 48m | 1h 13m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 42m | 1h 07m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 44m | 1h 09m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| PRG | CPH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Václav Havel Airport Prague | Copenhagen Kastrup Airport |
| City | Prague | Copenhagen |
| Country | Czechia | Denmark |
| ICAO | LKPR | EKCH |
| Coordinates | 50.1009, 14.2599 | 55.6179, 12.656 |
| Elevation | 1,247 ft | 17 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Prague to Copenhagen?
A non-stop flight from Prague (PRG) to Copenhagen (CPH) takes about 1h 12m. The great-circle distance is 623 km (387 miles, 336 nautical miles), flying north on an initial bearing of 351°.
How far is Prague from Copenhagen?
623 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 387 miles or 336 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between PRG and CPH?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 623 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.