Compare: Prague→London (1,034 km) vs Prague→Amsterdam (711 km). Prague → Amsterdam wins by 323 km (31%). Side-by-side with flight & drive times.
By SnapDistance Team · Updated May 30, 2026
1,034 km
642 miles · Flight: ~1h 48min · Drive: ~16h 48min
711 km
442 miles · Flight: ~1h 23min · Drive: ~11h 33min
✓ Shorter route
Difference: 323 km (31%) · Flight time difference: ~25 min
Verdict
Prague → Amsterdam is the smarter pick if travel time and emissions matter most: it is 323 km (31%) shorter, saves about 25 min of flight time, and cuts roughly 83 kg of CO₂ per passenger. Choose Prague → London only if the destination itself is the reason for the trip.
Prague → Amsterdam is the shorter route at 711 km, which is 323 km (31%) shorter than Prague → London. You would save approximately 25 min in flight time by choosing the shorter route.
| Metric | Prague → London | Prague → Amsterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Distance (km) | 1,034 | 711 |
| Distance (miles) | 642 | 442 |
| Flight time | ~1h 48min | ~1h 23min |
| Driving time | ~16h 48min | ~11h 33min |
| Road distance (est.) | ~1,344 km | ~924 km |
| Drivable? | Yes | Yes |
| Cross-continental | No | No |
| Initial bearing | 284° (WNW) | 295° (WNW) |
| Time-zone shift | -1h | -1h |
| CO₂ – flight (per pax) | ~264 kg | ~181 kg |
| CO₂ – driving (per car) | ~230 kg | ~158 kg |
| Fuel cost (est.) | ~$134 USD | ~$92 USD |
Flying from Prague to London produces roughly 264 kg of CO₂ per passenger, based on the ICAO/EEA short-haul emission factor of ~0.255 kg per passenger-km. The Prague → Amsterdam flight emits about 181 kg. Choosing the shorter route saves approximately 83 kg of CO₂ per traveler — equivalent to 4 typical tree-years of carbon sequestration. For comparison, driving emits roughly 230 kg and 158 kg per car respectively — meaningful only when the car carries multiple passengers.
The Prague to London route covers 1,034 km (642 miles), staying within Europe. Prague (population: 1,309,000) is located in Bohemia, Czech Republic, while London (population: 8,982,000) is in England, United Kingdom.
The Prague to Amsterdam route covers 711 km (442 miles), remaining within Europe. Prague (population: 1,309,000) is in Bohemia, Czech Republic, and Amsterdam (population: 872,680) is in North Holland, Netherlands.
Flying from Prague to London takes approximately 1h 48min, while Prague to Amsterdam takes 1h 23min. If driving is an option, expect roughly 16h 48min for the first route and 11h 33min for the second.
Since both routes depart from Prague, this comparison is especially useful for travelers deciding between London and Amsterdam as a destination.
The 323 km difference between these routes is substantial and will significantly impact travel time and cost.
Both routes are drivable, with road distances of approximately 1,344 km and 924 km respectively. For road trips, the shorter route saves roughly 420 km of driving.
London (United Kingdom) has a population of 8,982,000 and is located in the England region of Europe. As a major metropolis, it offers extensive international connections and diverse attractions.
Amsterdam (Netherlands) has a population of 872,680 and is situated in North Holland, Europe. This destination offers a more intimate travel experience with unique local culture.
Choose this route if your priority is reaching London (United Kingdom) — a city of 8,982,000 in the England region of Europe. Despite being the longer of the two at 1,034 km, it makes sense when London itself is the destination, the schedule fits better, or ticket prices are noticeably lower. Driving is realistic at this distance, with an estimated 1,344 km of road and a fuel cost band around $134 USD. The initial bearing is 284° (WNW), so a great-circle flight leaves Prague heading roughly WNW.
This route is the right call if you are heading to Amsterdam (Netherlands) — a city of 872,680 in the North Holland region of Europe. It is also the shorter of the two at 711 km, saving about 25 min of flying and around 83 kg of CO₂ per passenger. Driving is feasible — expect roughly 924 km of road and a fuel cost in the $92 USD range. Departing Prague, the great-circle bearing toward Amsterdam is 295° (WNW).
Prague (50.08°, 14.44°) and London (51.51°, -0.13°) sit with a time-zone shift of -1 hour. Prague (50.08°, 14.44°) and Amsterdam (52.37°, 4.90°) have a -1-hour offset. Both routes have manageable time-zone shifts, so jet lag should not be a major factor.
Amsterdam is closer at 711 km, which is 323 km (31%) shorter.
1,034 km (642 miles). Flight: ~1h 48min.
711 km (442 miles). Flight: ~1h 23min.
Flying to Amsterdam is faster at ~1h 23min, saving about 25 min compared to London.
All distances on SnapDistance are calculated using the Haversine formula, which determines the great-circle distance between two points on Earth's surface. This gives the shortest possible distance over the globe, which is the measurement used for aviation and navigation. Actual travel distances by road or rail are typically 20-40% longer due to terrain, borders, and infrastructure routing. Flight times assume 800 km/h cruising speed with 30 minutes for takeoff and landing. Driving estimates use 80 km/h average speed with a 30% road distance factor.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.