Airport Comparison
Prague (PRG) to Santa Monica (SMO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States is 9,570 kilometers (5,947 miles / 5,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 Czech Republic with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:28 in Prague, it's 20:28 in Santa Monica. With a 9-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 1,077 feet between the two airports. Santa Monica Municipal Airport sits lower than Václav Havel Airport.
The return flight from Santa Monica (SMO) to Prague (PRG) follows a heading of 28° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Václav Havel Airport (PRG) and Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.