Airport Comparison
| BIF | PRG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport | Václav Havel Airport |
| IATA Code | BIF | PRG |
| ICAO Code | KBIF | LKPR |
| City | Fort Bliss/El Paso/ | Prague |
| Country | United States | Czech Republic |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Europe/Prague |
| Elevation | 3,947 ft | 1,247 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.850000, -106.380000 | 50.100000, 14.260000 |
Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) to Prague (PRG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, United States to Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic is 9,195 kilometers (5,714 miles / 4,965 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
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 12:33 in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, it's 20:33 in Prague. With a 8-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 2,700 feet between the two airports. Václav Havel Airport sits lower than Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport.
The return flight from Prague (PRG) to Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) follows a heading of 313° (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 Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) and Václav Havel Airport (PRG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.