Landing at Prague Airport? Rent a Car and Get Going Easily
After a long flight, the last thing you may want is to navigate an unfamiliar city, figure out public transport connections and drag heavy luggage from one stop to another. If you are arriving in Prague and want to make the most of your time, renting a car directly at Prague Airport can make your arrival much easier. don't start your trip by figuring out how to get away from the airport. Start your trip by getting behind the wheel.
Instead of worrying about timetables and transfers, you can pick up your car, put your luggage in the trunk and continue your journey on your own schedule.
Why Prague Airport Public Transport Isn't for Everyone
Prague has a well-connected public transport network, but getting from the airport to your final destination is not always the most convenient option – especially when you have just arrived from abroad.
There is no direct metro connection from Prague Airport, so depending on where you are heading, your journey may involve a bus, a transfer and some waiting. If you are visiting Prague for the first time, you also have to figure out which connection to take and where to get off.
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Heavy luggage, jet lag and an unfamiliar city
After several hours on a plane, carrying heavy suitcases through public transport is probably not how you imagined starting your holiday. Add jet lag, an unfamiliar city and possibly a language barrier, and even a short journey can feel unnecessarily complicated.
You have already spent enough time checking your flight schedule. Do you really want to start your trip by checking another timetable? With a rental car, the process is much simpler. Pick up your vehicle at Prague Airport, put your luggage in the trunk and set off for your hotel, meeting or next destination.
With your own rental car, you don't have to plan your journey around bus or train departures. You decide when to leave, where to stop and where to go next.
Renting a Car for Business or Leisure?
A rental car can be useful for very different types of travellers. For business travellers, it can mean more control over a busy schedule. For tourists, it means having the freedom to explore Prague and the surrounding area at their own pace.
Business travel: save time and stay flexible
When you are travelling for business, time matters. You may need to get from the airport to a meeting, visit several locations in one day or continue to another city after landing.
Having s car ready at Prague Airport means you don't have to build your schedule around public transport connections. For business trips, a comfortable and representative car such as the Škoda Superb can be a practical choice.
Leisure travel: follow your own path
Holiday travel is different. You may not have a strict schedule at all – and that's exactly where having a car can be useful.
Instead of limiting yourself to destinations that are easy to reach by public transport, you can decide where you want to go and when you want to get there. Explore Prague, take a day trip into the Czech countryside or turn your visit into a longer road trip.
For leisure trips, a versatile vehicle such as the Škoda Karoq gives you the space and flexibility to carry your luggage and explore beyond the city.
From Prague to the Rest of Central Europe
Prague isn't just a destination. Its location in the heart of Central Europe also makes it a convenient starting point for a road trip.
If you are planning to explore more than one country, a rental car gives you the freedom to make Prague the first stop on a much bigger journey.
From Prague to Vienna is a pleasant 3,5 hour drive south. From Prague to Berlin is just 4 hours to the north-west, and you can get from Prague to Wroclaw in 4,5 hours. Even Hungary is just behind the corner – getting from Prague to Budapest will take you around 6,5 hours of driving.
Whether your plans take you to Austria, Germany, Poland, Hungary or somewhere in between, renting a car can give you the flexibility to turn a visit to Prague into a wider Central European adventure. Before travelling across international borders, always check the rental company's terms and conditions regarding cross-border travel. With Taggart, there are no cross-border fees and you can travel all over the EU (and Switzerland) with the exception of Romania, Bulgaria and Greece.
Renting at Prague Airport in Just a Few Steps
The process of renting a car with Taggart is straightforward.
- Book your car at Taggart.cz and choose Prague Airport
Choose the vehicle that suits your trip and select Prague Airport as your pickup location when making your reservation.
- Meet the Taggart team
After you land, a member of the Taggart team will contact you to coordinate the handover and arrange the details of your pickup.
- Check the car, complete the paperwork and drive away
When you meet, you will check the vehicle together and complete the rental contract. After making the payment, put your luggage in the car and start your journey.
- Need help - Just contact us
If you are unsure about anything before your arrival or during the booking process, get in touch with us by email or phone. We speak English and are happy to help.
Your trip doesn't have to begin with finding your way out of the airport. Pick up your rental car from Taggart at Prague Airport, put your luggage in the trunk and start exploring Prague, the Czech Republic or the rest of Central Europe on your own schedule.