Airport Comparison
New Orleans (NEW) to Prague (PRG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lakefront Airport (NEW) in New Orleans, United States to Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic is 8,418 kilometers (5,230 miles / 4,545 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States with Czech Republic. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:50 in New Orleans, it's 06:50 in Prague. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,240 feet between the two airports. Václav Havel Airport sits higher than Lakefront Airport.
The return flight from Prague (PRG) to New Orleans (NEW) follows a heading of 300° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lakefront Airport (NEW) and Václav Havel Airport (PRG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.