The great-circle track from Philadelphia to Prague passes north over Atlantic Canada, the southern tip of Greenland, and Iceland — all visible on the left side of the aircraft — offering dramatic glacial coastlines and volcanic terrain that the ocean-dominated right side cannot match.
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Flight Path
Philadelphia to Prague is 4,163 miles (6,700 km), a flight of about 8 hours 15 minutes.
Newfoundland coastline, southern Greenland's ice sheet and fjords, and the volcanic highlands of Iceland along the North Atlantic great-circle route
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from PHL
LEFTDeparting PHL on the easterly runways, the climb-out crosses the Delaware River and the marshy South Jersey shoreline, giving the left side a brief but clear view of the river delta and Atlantic coast before the aircraft turns north over open water and farmland.
Landing at PRG
LEFTOn approach to Prague's runway 24, arriving flights typically loop south of the city before turning onto final, putting the Vltava River and the spires of Prague's historic center on the left side as the aircraft descends over rolling Bohemian countryside.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Ruzyne (PRG)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Philadelphia to Prague. The great-circle track from Philadelphia to Prague passes north over Atlantic Canada, the southern tip of Greenland, and Iceland — all visible on the left side of the aircraft — offering dramatic glacial coastlines and volcanic terrain that the ocean-dominated right side cannot match.
What can I see during takeoff from Philadelphia International in Philadelphia?
During takeoff from Philadelphia International (PHL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing PHL on the easterly runways, the climb-out crosses the Delaware River and the marshy South Jersey shoreline, giving the left side a brief but clear view of the river delta and Atlantic coast before the aircraft turns north over open water and farmland. Notable sights include: Delaware River, South Jersey shoreline, Atlantic City coastline in the distance.
What can I see when landing at Ruzyne in Prague?
When landing at Ruzyne (PRG), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach to Prague's runway 24, arriving flights typically loop south of the city before turning onto final, putting the Vltava River and the spires of Prague's historic center on the left side as the aircraft descends over rolling Bohemian countryside. Notable sights include: Vltava River, Prague Castle hill, Bohemian farmland and forested hills.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Prague?
The flight from Philadelphia International (PHL) to Ruzyne (PRG) takes about 8 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 4,163 miles (6,700 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Philadelphia to Prague flight path pass over?
Newfoundland coastline, southern Greenland's ice sheet and fjords, and the volcanic highlands of Iceland along the North Atlantic great-circle route