A functionalist landmark
Prague’s Ruzyně airport opened in 1937, and its original functionalist terminal – an icon of interwar Czech architecture – still stands and is now used for VIP and government flights. After the fall of communism, traffic grew quickly, and new terminals were added. In 2012 the airport was renamed after Václav Havel.
What you’ll see on the live cam
Smartwings, which now also runs Czech Airlines, is the main local carrier. Low-cost airlines bring visitors from across Europe, while Gulf carriers and Asian airlines connect Prague with the rest of the world. The flat countryside around the airport gives clear views of approaches.
Runways
PRG has two runways in use: the main 06/24 and the crossing 12/30. Runway 24 is used most often with westerly winds.
Best times to watch
- Morning: the first wave of European departures.
- Evening: long-haul arrivals and departures.
