Fast Route Reopens Between Baltic and Czech Capitals

Direct air service operated by airBaltic between Vilnius and Prague resumed on 22 May 2025. This marks the airline’s second direct route to the Czech Republic, alongside its long-running connection between Riga and Prague. Scheduled for Thursdays and Saturdays until 27 September, the flight takes under two hours and removes the need for layovers in other cities. The route simplifies cross-border travel during the summer, particularly for those aiming to avoid extended transit through larger European hubs.

With airBaltic now flying this route again, travellers no longer have to figure out complicated workarounds and can plan their trips with less hassle. The return of this route also aligns with a wider summer network from Vilnius, which now includes 16 direct destinations across Europe. Palanga, another Lithuanian airport, still has regular airBaltic flights heading to Amsterdam and Riga, keeping those routes open through the season. These connections reflect a broader effort to maintain regional accessibility without relying solely on major transit hubs.

Vilnius squeezes centuries of history and bursts of creativity into a city you can explore on foot in just a day. A walk through the Old Town is like moving through different centuries one corner at a time, where every street seems to show off a new style. Tall Gothic shapes, Baroque details and peaceful Renaissance lines all appear side by side. Cross the river and you’ll find Užupis, a part of the city that feels a bit offbeat, where street art, small exhibitions and unplanned gatherings give it a looser, more creative atmosphere than the rest of town.

Prague remains a key destination for travellers interested in architecture and public spaces. The Charles Bridge connects two of the city’s most visited areas and is often filled with street artists and pedestrians enjoying the view. Just a few steps from there, the Astronomical Clock still gathers a crowd each hour as people stop to watch its quirky mechanical show. Both landmarks are now more accessible to visitors from the Baltic region, opening up more opportunities for cultural discovery and short getaways.

Now that the route is back, travellers don’t have to deal with long waits or tricky transfers. They can just fly straight and save time. It makes trip planning less complicated and is part of a wider effort in Europe to bring back direct flights that simply get people where they need to go. The Vilnius Prague route is one of several being reintroduced this year, contributing to a more connected and flexible travel network.