Uber is a popular choice for travelers arriving in Prague. You can order an Uber ride while waiting for your luggage or once you reach the arrivals lobby at the kiosk, and then meet your driver at the designated Uber Airport pick-up points in front of Terminals 1 and 2. However, rides must always be pre-booked via the mobile app, a self-service kiosk, or at the service counter with an assistant (available from 7:00 a.m. to midnight). If you don’t have an Uber account, you must still provide your email address, although registration is not required when ordering a car at the airport.

It is also important to note a key difference between Uber Airport and other Uber car categories. Uber Airport is the only category that can be booked directly at the airport, whereas other categories (including both cheaper and more premium options) must be booked via the app, with pickup points located in public parking lots.

Please note that cash payments are not accepted for Uber rides. If you wish to pay in cash, consider booking a transfer with Prague Airport Transfers.

Uber Airport

After booking, you will receive a six-digit PIN code to share with your driver once you board the vehicle. This service is exclusively available for pre-ordered rides, and the generated PIN is required for the journey.

If you need assistance or have any uncertainties, look for an Uber coordinator or visit the Uber counter located within one of the arrival halls.

Additionally, the airport offers free Wi-Fi, so you can avoid costly mobile data roaming charges—especially useful if you’re arriving from outside the EU.

Alternatively, you might consider using the Bolt service for your airport transfer. Bolt generally offers slightly cheaper rates and provides a variety of ride options, including Economy, Comfort, Premium, and XL 6-seater cars, making it an ideal choice for larger groups.

Fares

Fares to the city centre are as follows (based on a 20 km ride lasting approximately 30 minutes):

• Uber Airport: approximately 700 CZK

• UberX: approximately 500 CZK

• Uber Comfort: approximately 600 CZK

• Uber Black: approximately 900 CZK

• Uber XL: approximately 950 CZK

Rideshare Pickup/Dropoff Instructions for Václav Havel Airport Prague

Rideshare services like Uber and Bolt offer convenient drop-offs at the departures level, alongside regular passengers and public taxis.

• Terminal 1: Take Exit D or E and walk across two crossings to Parking Area P1. Drivers often wait outside official parking areas to avoid parking fees.
• Terminal 2: Take the escalator up to the Departures Hall and use Exit D. Many travelers mistakenly head straight to the taxi stands because GPS systems might not indicate that the rideshare vehicle is parked one level above.

Please note that unless you have booked the Uber Airport service (the only service permitted to stop in front of the terminals), there is no official meeting point or designated parking zone for other Uber vehicles. Depending on your driver’s proximity and the current traffic conditions, wait times can range from 5 to 15 minutes and may extend up to 30 minutes during rush hour.

Notify Your Driver of Your Location

Call or message your driver with information such as Terminal, Door Number and any other information to help locate you.

Request the Right Vehicle Size

Keep in mind your luggage requirements. Choose a ride option that will comfortably fit all passengers and your suitcases.

If you only have small bags and do not mind a compact car, UberX is the best choice. For most other travellers, especially those with check-in bags, Uber Comfort is a better choice. Uber Black is the only choice for business customers or customers who require decent cars.

Using Uber/Bolt to Prague Airport

If you are taking Uber to the airport, tell the driver from which terminal you’ll depart before you reach the airport. Terminal 1 is for flights outside the Schengen area, like the US/UK/Asia/Africa, and Terminal 2 is for flights within the Schengen area. Uber drivers mostly drop off passengers outside paid parking zones at banned places. For this reason, be extra careful when opening doors on the road, as you might be hit by a car behind you. Or ask the driver to drop you off at drop-off parking, though they might charge you an extra 50 to 100 CZK for entrance.

If you are in a hurry or do not wish to risk that the assigned car won’t accommodate your luggage, pre-book your transfer with Prague Airport Transfers, which offers far better quality and reliability than Uber. The driver will also wait for you with a sign at the terminal exit even if your flight arrives late or early.