Václav Havel Airport Prague

LKPR / PRG

Prague, CZ

Last Updated
Mar 4, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
05:00Z

🌙 Night
LIFR
Flight Rules
-2°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: -2°C
2 kt
Variable
0.9 km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1026 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKPR 040500Z VRB02KT 0900 R24/1700U R30/P2000N FZFG SCT001 M02/M02 Q1026 TEMPO 0400 FZFG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,247 ft
SCT 100 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,347 ft AMSL
QNH
1026 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
984 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,247 ft)
Pressure Alt
865 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: -876 ft
ISA Deviation: -14.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF LKPR 040500Z 0406/0512 VRB02KT 0700 FZFG SCT001 TEMPO 0406/0410 0400 FZFG VV001 PROB30 TEMPO 0406/0410 2500 BR NSC BECMG 0410/0412 CAVOK BECMG 0421/0423 3000 BR SCT003 BECMG 0423/0501 1200 MIFG BR BKN003 BECMG 0503/0505 0500 FG VV002 TEMPO 0505/0508 0300 FG VV001
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
05:24Z BASE
+0h
LIFR VRB 2 kt
Visibility: 0.7 km
Freezing Fog
06:00Z TEMPO
+1h
LIFR
Visibility: 0.4 km
Ceiling: 100 ft
Freezing Fog
06:00Z PROB30 TEMPO
+1h
IFR
Visibility: 2.5 km
Mist
10:00Z BECMG
+5h
VFR
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KPR
04
22
06
24
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
04/22 6,955 ft 197 ft ASP 37° No wind data
06/24 12,189 ft 148 ft CON 65° No wind data
12/30 10,663 ft 148 ft CON 127° No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LKPR

7,684 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.8%
MVFR
19.7%
IFR
9.8%
LIFR
18.7%

Václav Havel Airport Prague is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.8% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 28.5% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 28°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 15.8% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are September, October, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 0.7%
Direction Distribution:
N
8.1%
NE
9%
E
14.4%
SE
13%
S
17.7%
SW
22.8%
W
8.5%
NW
5.7%

Temperature Range

Average: 3.6°C
Range: -11°C to 28°C
-11°C 28°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 15.8%

Best Months for VFR

September October November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.6 kt
Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 7,684 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Václav Havel Airport Prague - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LKPR
IATA Code: PRG
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,247 ft MSL

Location

City: Prague
Country: CZ
Latitude: 50.100874°
Longitude: 14.259911°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 6,955 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 12,189 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 10,663 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Václav Havel Airport Prague

Overview

Václav Havel Airport Prague is a major international airport serving the Czech Republic's capital city. Located at 50.100874, 14.259911 with an elevation of 1,247 feet MSL, the airport is a critical transportation hub for central Europe. It supports large commercial airline operations with three substantial runways capable of handling wide-body aircraft.

Flying Conditions

Prague's airport experiences typical continental European weather patterns with potential significant seasonal variations. The multiple runway configurations (04/22, 06/24, and 12/30) offer operational flexibility, with runway lengths ranging from 6,955 to 12,189 feet. Pilots should anticipate potential crosswind and temperature-related performance considerations given the airport's mid-latitude location and elevation.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with different surface compositions: one asphalt (04/22) and two concrete runways (06/24 and 12/30). Its substantial runway lengths, particularly the 12,189-foot 06/24 runway, accommodate a wide range of aircraft types and operational requirements. The airport's elevation at 1,247 feet MSL will influence aircraft performance calculations, especially during warmer conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the three distinct runway orientations providing significant operational flexibility. The longest runway (06/24 at 12,189 feet) offers optimal conditions for heavy aircraft and challenging weather scenarios. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and obstacle assessments, paying particular attention to the airport's surrounding geographic context.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.