Given the popularity of the Czech city of Karlovy Vary , one should not even ask whether there is an airport in this area. Of course, there is, and it has the status of an international one. Where does it take the departures and how to get to it - we will consider below.
Basic information
The name of the airport in Karlovy Vary is identical to the name of the city itself, so it is impossible to get confused. It was opened in 1927. At the moment, Karlovy Vary airport has an international status. Regular flights are made by two airlines: Czech and German. Czech Airlines planes are flying out of Sheremetyevo as well.
The airport has all the amenities for passengers waiting for departure: shops, small cafes and fast food, ATMs, free Wi-Fi connection and a viewing terrace for those who like to observe the landing and take-off of aircraft.
There is also a VIP hall for 19 seats, the hour at which costs 1500 EEK ($ 69) per person. But here there is satellite TV, comfortable sofas, and also serve snacks. Not far from the VIP-hall there is a meeting room, the rent of which will cost 500 kroons ($ 23) per hour.
Near the airport there is a parking for cars, as well as a rental car .
How to get to Karlovy Vary Airport?
To get from the city to the airport or vice versa, you need to take the bus line number 8. He often walks, so you do not have to wait long. Alternatively, you can take a taxi.
Since Prague and Karlovy Vary are located quite close to each other - these two cities share only 118 km - many tourists who come to rest in the Czech Republic, visit both cities at once. To get from Prague to Karlovy Vary airport you can take a taxi, rented car or by train. To fly from one city to another by plane will cost more.