Václav Havel Airport Prague

LKPR / PRG

Prague, CZ

Last Updated
Jul 4, 10:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 11 min ago
10:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
20°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
11 kt
280°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1024 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LKPR 041000Z 28011KT 9999 SCT048 20/08 Q1024 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,247 ft
SCT 4,800 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,800 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,047 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Václav Havel Airport Prague is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,800 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (280°) at 11 knots. Runway 30 is favored with a 10-knot headwind and 4-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,800 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 20°C (68°F) with a dewpoint of 8°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Rain, Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 09:00Z and 11:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 13:00Z and 16:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Rain between 16:00Z and 15:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1024 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
982 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,247 ft)
Pressure Alt
925 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 1,824 ft
ISA Deviation: +7.5°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LKPR 040800Z 0409/0515 30010KT CAVOK TEMPO 0409/0411 9999 BKN032 TEMPO 0413/0416 32014G24KT TEMPO 0416/0515 9999 -RA BKN037 PROB40 TEMPO 0503/0515 8000 SHRA SCT030TCU TEMPO 0513/0515 33016G26KT
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
10:10Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km
13:00Z TEMPO
+3h
VFR 320° 14 kt
16:00Z TEMPO
+6h
VFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,700 ft
Light Rain

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°
5.0 kt 9.8 kt
117° angle
06/24 12,189 ft 148 ft CON 65°
9.0 kt 6.3 kt
145° angle
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
10,663 ft 148 ft CON 127°
10.3 kt 3.8 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LKPR

13,345 observations | Sep 2025 - Jul 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
68.7%
MVFR
14%
IFR
6.2%
LIFR
11.1%

Václav Havel Airport Prague typically experiences VFR conditions 68.7% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 17.3% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the SW averaging 7.5 knots. Temperature extremes range from -11°C to 38°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. Fog is a notable factor, occurring in approximately 12.4% of observations, with visibility below 3 SM in 0% of reports. The best months for VFR flying are June, May, April.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: SW (225°)
Average Speed: 7.5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 29 kt
Calm Winds: 1%
Direction Distribution:
E
11.7%
N
11.6%
S
14.3%
W
12.6%
NE
8.3%
NW
9.7%
SE
10.4%
SW
20.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 7.4°C
Range: -11°C to 38°C
-11°C 38°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 12.4%

Best Months for VFR

June May April

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4 kt
Runway 06/24
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 4.2 kt
Runway 12/30
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.2 kt

Statistics computed from 13,345 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Jul 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

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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.