Someone likes to travel by car, someone prefers to travel by train, but the fastest and easiest way to get to the Czech Republic is by plane.
The planes of the ČSA national airline will take you to the Czech Republic in a matter of hours. Reliability and comfort - this is what Czech Airlines has been guided by for 90 years. And in this she excels very well.
Start
Czech Airlines is largest airline in the Czech Republic with a long tradition. Its history begins in the twentieth century. It became operational on October 6, 1923 and immediately received the status of the national state Czechoslovak airline. The company then changed its original name ČESKÉ AEROLINIE to Czech Airlines.
Three weeks later, in October 1923, the first flight from Prague to Bratislava took place. At first, the planes flew only through the territory of Czechoslovakia. 7 years later, in 1930, the first international flight Prague-Zagreb took place.
Memorable photo from the first international flight of the České aerolinie.
For almost 15 years, all ČSA flights have been operated without flight attendants on board, and only since 1937 the first flight attendants have appeared on linear flights. The airline began to take care of the comfort of passengers.
1957 year. The IL-12 Československé Státní Aerolinie aircraft landed in Paris.
1958 year. Aircraft Tu-104. Soviet aircraft construction was in demand at that time.
Since then to this day the airline is constantly growing and improving. Like every company, Czech Airlines has successes and failures. However, management is committed to ensuring that ČSA proudly bears the title of national airline. Therefore, over the years, there are more and more "ups" and recognition. Czech Airlines has been repeatedly named the best airline in the Czech Republic, and the international aviation organization OAG recognized it the best airline in Central and Western Europe.
SkyTeam
Czech Airlines has been trying to meet international standards and for 13 years is a member of the largest aviation alliance SkyTeam. This makes it possible for passengers to travel easier, faster and more enjoyable.
Working together with alliance partners, Czech Airlines offers convenient connections and organized transfers for our clients. Thoughtful flight schedules give more choice and possibilities for the most sophisticated routes.
Picture for the curious - a complete list of airlines in the SkyTeam alliance.
Passengers using Czech Airlines are able to collect flight miles and then redeem them on any SkyTeam airline.
Reliability is the main principle
Reliability is not an empty word for an airline. Passenger safety is a priority in the work of the CSA.
For 37 years, there have been no fatal accidents with Czech Airlines planes. Agree, this is important.
Czech Airlines is constantly replenishing and renewing its fleet. The average age of aircraft is 8 years. As of April 2014, the ČSA there are 23 modern aircraft. Among them, one Airbus 330-300, six Airbus 320-200 and nine Airbus 319-100, designed for long-haul flights. All aircraft undergo strict pre-flight control and comply with international operational characteristics. The aircraft are serviced at the operational center in Prague, where aircraft of other European carriers are also serviced.
A ČSA aircraft at its home base.
Aircraft piloting is carried out only by professionals who have been trained and practiced for more than one year at the airline's flight base. It is located at. For most pilots, a smooth takeoff and soft landing is not difficult, because they feel at home at their "home" airport.
From passenger reviews - Valentine:
“I flew from the Czech Republic to Belgium. The check-in went very quickly, the great thing is that when we were already on board, the company's employees announced that first passengers with children pass, and then everyone else. I have never encountered such a thing, I think the mothers were very pleased. The flight was 1 hour 20 minutes, breakfast was offered a hot sandwich, there were many drinks. The staff were very helpful, but what I liked the most was the soft landing.
The crew and flight attendants are attentive and polite. They also have a very beautiful uniform in corporate colors.
It seems that here they are - clouds, and the plane is already rapidly heading down and sits down very smoothly. I like it when I sat down like on a pillow. After such a landing, the fear of flying disappears. "
85 years of IATA membership allows the airline to constantly improve the reliability of its work, as well as effectively control costs and provide quality services to travelers.
Flight geography
The airline is based in Prague at the airport. Vaclav Havel. Czech Airlines planes fly from Prague to most European countries, America, Central Asia, the Middle and Far East, Transcaucasia, Russia and the CIS countries. Transportation is carried out to the main airports of cities and countries. Thanks to this, passengers reach their final destination of their journey quickly and comfortably.
Boeing 737 ČSA landed at Samara airport.
ČSA planes fly to the following Russian cities: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Irkutsk, Kemerovo, Omsk, Samara, Rostov-on-Don, Perm, Ufa. There are also flights to some cities of the former USSR: Almaty, Yerevan, Tbilisi, Donetsk, Kiev, Lvov and Minsk.
Czech Airlines offices in Russia
In many large cities ČSA has representative offices, where each client can turn for help and solutions to pressing issues. In Russia, the airline's offices are open in:
- Moscow;
- St. Petersburg;
- Samara;
- Yekaterinburg.
In Moscow, Czech Airlines office is located at 125047, Moscow, st. 3rd Tverskaya-Yamskaya, 31/35, tel .: +7 499 973-18-47.
Do not be discouraged if you do not find a CSA representative in your city. Call the toll-free number 8 10 800 22 44 33 66 and the company staff will be happy to help you.
Everything for the convenience of passengers
Czech Airlines is constantly working to improve the quality of its passenger service, constantly offering new services. For the convenience of passengers, there is an official website: czechairlines.ru
The main page of the site is simple and convenient.
You can also get other services through the Internet service:
- read general information for passengers;
- reserve tickets;
- go through online registration;
- order a special service.
How to buy a ČSA ticket
It is very easy to buy a ticket for a ČSA flight. It is enough to reserve it through the company's Internet service or by calling. Passengers who are more comfortable with their usual purchases can purchase tickets at any ticket office.
In the airline discounts, bonuses and air ticket sales are practiced. Therefore, check the ČSA website more often, maybe you will be able to buy tickets at a bargain price.
Flight rules
registration
Czech Airlines' rules for carriage of passengers do not fundamentally differ from the generally accepted ones. You must arrive at the airport well in advance to drop off your baggage and check in for your flight. At the airport. Vaclav Havel Prague check-in closes 40 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
At Prague airport, check-in for flights takes place at these same counters.
You can also check-in for the flight through the company's website.
Baggage
Czech Airlines provides its passengers with a baggage transportation service. In standard economy class you can carry 23 kg of luggage for 1 piece for free. It is allowed to take a bag no more than 6 kg in the cabin of the aircraft and does not exceed its length - 55 cm, width - 45 cm, height - 25 cm.If your luggage exceeds the specified norms, you will need to pay extra for hand luggage - 60 euros, for checked baggage weighing not more than 32 kg - 60 euros. You will also have to pay for non-standard baggage.
Do not forget to remove items prohibited for carriage from your luggage and carry-on luggage.
If you are flying from the Czech Republic or any other European country, you cannot take weapons, stabbing and cutting objects, toys imitating weapons, toxic substances into the aircraft cabin. You can familiarize yourself with the full list of things prohibited for carriage.
Think ahead of time about how to avoid overweight in your luggage. The permissible norm is 23 kg. Real Czech beer in a suitcase can play a cruel joke on you.
It is possible to take in hand luggage the necessary liquid (water, drinks, medications, toothpaste, liquid baby food) in a volume of no more than 100 ml each. All liquids must be packed in one transparent plastic bag.
If you are flying from Russia, Please note that no liquids of any kind are allowed on board the aircraft, except for medication certified by a medical certificate. You can familiarize yourself with the norms for the carriage of liquids in more detail.
Aboard
Before entering the deck of the aircraft, it is necessary to go through control. You are required to go through security checks and present your boarding pass and passport.
Based on the class of ticket you purchased, you will be provided with the appropriate service on board. A larger volume of services is provided for business class passengers.
The flight attendants are friendly, courteous and efficient.
Economy class passengers can also count on decent service, hot meals and excellent service.
What do you want: chicken and potatoes ... ..
... or pork with spinach and dumplings?
By the way, you can ask the flight attendant for a beer. Seriously ... and completely free.
Well, we ate - and almost at home.
From tourist reviews - Oleg A.
“I always fly on business trips and always gladly use the services of Czech Airlines. On the positive side, I can say that they always have clean planes, excellent piloting, friendly flight attendants and decent food. Their base airport in Prague is also unrivaled. "
You look out the window - and it's not scary at all ... Reliability.
Czech Airlines takes care of all its passengers. If you are traveling with children, pets, or for any reason need special services and assistance from flight attendants, you can count on the additional service provided by the airline.
From passenger reviews - tourist Sergey:
“I would like to express my gratitude to the commander of the ship and the crew who piloted the plane from Rostov to Prague on May 5, 2013. Great flight, minimum turbulence, great landing! Careful and kind attitude towards little travelers (children were presented with coloring books, pencils, toys). Everything was provided at the first request. Good selection of hot dishes. At the Czech airport, on the way back, the luggage was accepted very quickly. Many thanks to the air carrier for a safe and comfortable flight. "
Thank you, we flew perfectly!
After the flight
After the flight, passengers will face standard procedures - miles accrual and baggage claim.
Unfortunately, sometimes it happens that baggage is lost or is not delivered on time. Do not panic! Contact the airline staff or the Lost Faund baggage tracing desk, which is available at every airport. Draw up an act and move on. To reduce your worries, you can track your baggage tracing online. Czech Airlines employees will make every effort to find your luggage as soon as possible.
All this allows us to speak of Czech Airlines as one of the best airlines in Europe. You will not regret choosing ČSA as your carrier. Enjoy your flights!
Irina Sidorova
Czech Airlines is one of the first airlines on the planet. In 6 years, she will celebrate her centenary.
Back in October 1923, the government of the then Czechoslovakia decided to create a national airline and named it Československé aerolinie (Czechoslovak Airlines) or CSA (CSA) for short. This abbreviation has survived to this day in the form of a logo. Since 1994, the official name of the company has been České aerolinie (Czech Airlines) or Czech Airlines in English.
3 years after its founding, CSA became one of the members of IATA (International Air Transport Association). In 2001, she joined the SkyTeam global aviation alliance, which unites more than 20 carriers on 4 continents.
Since 2009, CSA has undergone several privatizations, as a result of which, since 2013, its main shareholder is the national airline of South Korea, Korean Air Lines Co (44% of shares). The Czech Republic owns 19.74% (represented by PRISKO a. S.) And 2.26% (through the Czech insurance company Česká pojišťovna a. S.).
Czech Airlines is certified according to ISO14001 (international environmental management system standard) and IOSA certificate (Operational Safety Audit Program).
The Czech national airline has an official website (www.csa.cz), which has also been translated into Russian. It has a convenient menu with the necessary sections, where the user can find help information, information about special offers, routes, loyalty programs, as well as book and buy a plane ticket, go through online check-in for a flight.
Baggage fares and rules
Czech Airlines customers can buy one of five fares, depending on the amount / weight of baggage and additional conditions of service.
Economy class is divided into 3 offers:
- Lite: carry-on baggage of 8 kg is provided, baggage is paid additionally, ticket exchange is carried out with a charge, no refund, seat selection is paid (from 5 EUR), meals from 9 euros, bonuses from 20 to 100%;
- Plus: free carry-on baggage (8 kg), small personal bag (3 kg) and luggage (23 kg), exchange with collection, no refund, choice of preferred seat (from 10 EUR), food for a fee, bonuses 20-175%;
- Flex: hand luggage 8 kg, bag 3 kg and luggage 23 kg, ticket exchange and refund with collection, choice of preferred seat (from 10 EUR), meals, snacks and menus (from 9 EUR), bonuses from 20 to 175%.
The "Business" tariff has 2 options:
- Business Lite: Free 2 carry-on baggage 8 kg each and 2 pieces of baggage. 32 kg each, ticket exchange with collection, no refund, paid seat selection, meals provided, bonuses accrued 175-200%;
- Business: hand luggage (2 * 8 kg), luggage (2 * 32 kg), ticket exchange and refund with collection, seat selection is possible, meals, bonuses from 175 to 200%.
Carry-on baggage parameters must be no more than 55-45-25 cm. Baggage dimensions - maximum 250 cm in the sum of three dimensions. For exceeding the baggage allowance, additional payments from 25 to 70 euros are provided (depending on the flight and place of payment).
All fares have a 90% discount on the ticket for children under 2 years old who will sit on the lap of an accompanying adult. If a small child is equipped with a special car seat in a separate seat, then the cost of his flight will be 75%. You can also make a request for a baby cot through the contact center.
Economy Plus and Flex and Business fares allow passengers up to 2 years old to carry baggage weighing up to 10 kg. More details about the rules for traveling with children can be found on the official website of the ChSA.
Online check-in for the flight
Online check-in can be performed 36 hours before the flight, so that later you do not waste time on this procedure at the airport. It provides 5 stages:
- Personal identification (you need to enter the passenger's surname, booking code or e-ticket number);
- Itinerary sheet (selection of the desired flight);
- Information about passengers (list of tourists checking in for this flight);
- Boarding pass (checking the specified information, printing out the pass or sending it by e-mail);
- Completion of registration.
When passing through online registration, you can enter the details of a regular customer, see the selected seats on the salon diagram. Certain countries hosting Czech Airlines aircraft may request additional passenger information. The security service will also need some information. All requested data must be specified in the appropriate lines.
Loyalty program OK PLUS
For regular customers ČSA has developed the OK Plus loyalty program. Moreover, it can be used by passengers of any airline that is part of the Sky Team. For each flight they make or use of partner services, they earn miles, which can then be redeemed for rewards. More than 90 companies are OK Plus partners: banks, hotels, etc.
Participation in the program is free, for registration you need to fill out an online application, after which a temporary membership card will be sent to the client's e-mail. After the first transaction, a permanent membership card is delivered to the client by mail. Depending on the number of points earned per year, you can receive a Silver, Gold or Platinum Preference Card, which offer additional bonuses and promotions.
Rewards provided in exchange for miles are:
- Bonus tickets (for economy and business fares);
- Increased baggage allowance;
- Entrance to VIP lounges at the ČSA airport in Prague.
Holders of OK Plus privileged cards receive Business Menu meals, priority check-in, baggage drop-off and baggage claim, skip-the-line boarding and other bonuses.
Airline contacts
The airline's headquarters are located at Czech Airlines, Customer Care Dept. Evropska, 846 / 176a 160 00 Prague 6 - Vokovice Czech Republic. The telephone number of the 24-hour contact center is + 420-239-007-007.
In Moscow, the Czech Airlines office can be found at st. 3rd Tverskaya-Yamskaya, 31/35, phone + 7-499-653-7144. Also, the Czech airline has offices in other cities of Russia - St. Petersburg, Samara, Yekaterinburg.
Aircraft fleet
Currently CSA has a fleet of 18 aircraft, namely:
- one narrow-body passenger Airbus A320;
- nine airliners Airbus A319;
- five Air-72;
- three Air-42.
Czech Airlines customers can make a direct flight to 45 countries of the world. In Russia, Czech airlines land in the cities of Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Samara, Rostov-on-Don, Kazan and Ufa.
In 2016, about 2.71 million people used the services of the Czech airline.
One of the oldest European airlines, Czech Airlines was founded in 1923. Then the republic was called Czechoslovakia and, accordingly, the name of the airline was different. The airline received its real name only in 1994. The abbreviation Csa remained from the old name.
Currently, the main activity of Csa Czech Airlines is passenger and charter flights, aircraft leasing, and cargo transportation.
Since 2001, Czech Airlines has been a member of the Sky Team international alliance, which provides passengers with a large number of advantages: the accumulation of miles and their subsequent exchange for services, the use of alliance lounges, a simplified check-in procedure for flights, an advantageous system of discounts, etc.
Csa Czech Airlines is committed to protecting the environment: takeoffs and landings are carried out in an emission-reduced mode. When updating the aircraft fleet, preference was given to new aircraft with low fuel consumption and new engines with low noise levels.
Main directions: Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Within the Russian Federation, Czech Airlines operates flights from Moscow, Kazan, Samara, Ufa and Yekaterinburg. Across Ukraine: from Kiev and Odessa. More details on the routes of the airline can be found on the official website in Russian.
Aircraft of Czech Airlines
For 2018, Csa Czech Airlines has 18 aircraft in its fleet:
- Airbus A330 - 1
- Airbus A 319 - 9
- ATP 72 - 5
- ATP 42 - 3
Airbus A330
- Type: narrow-body
- Range: 13,090 km
- Speed: 913 km / h
- Seats: 276
Airbus A319
- Type: narrow-body
- Range: 5,843 km
- Speed: 870 km / h
- Passenger seats: 140/144
ATR 72
- Type: narrow-body
- Range: 556 km
- Speed: 695 km / h
- Passenger seats: 58/60/64
ATR 42
- Type: narrow-body
- Range: 389 km
- Speed: 695 km / h
- Passenger seats: 41/43/48
As of November 2017, the average age of Csa Czech Airlines aircraft was 11.5 years.
Popular destinations with CSA Czech Airlines
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Moscow → Barcelona | ||
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Moscow → Paris | ||
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Moscow → Antalya | ||
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St Petersburg → Paris | ||
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Moscow → Prague | ||
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Moscow → Dubai | ||
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Moscow → Rome | ||
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St Petersburg → Dubai | ||
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Moscow → London | ||
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Moscow → Istanbul |
Service classes and rates
Csa Czech Airlines has two classes of passenger service. But within these two classes, the airline offers different price packages depending on the preferences of the passengers.
Economy class
Within this class, Csa Czech Airlines passengers can choose from three fare options: light, plus and flex.
Light is the cheapest option for passengers who prefer to travel light. This ticket includes carry-on baggage only. If a passenger wants to carry luggage or choose a seat, they will have to pay extra for these services.
"Plus" - a fare that includes the choice of a seat in the cabin and one piece of baggage (23 kg).
"Flex" - at this rate, the passenger can change the date of the flight and use the services of the Sky Priority program (for more details, see the official website in Russian). Czech Airlines also included a light snack on board in the Flex fare.
Business Class
Within this class of service, Csa Czech Airlines offers two types of fares: “business” and “business light”. The full fare assumes the possibility of a ticket refund and a change in the flight date. At the "light" tariff, flight changes are possible only for a separate surcharge, and the purchased ticket is non-refundable.
Carriage of baggage
Baggage transportation with Csa Czech Airlines is carried out in accordance with the purchased fare:
- "Light": 1 x 8 kg (at this rate you cannot carry a personal bag weighing more than 3 kg)
- "Plus": 1 x 8 kg + 1 x 23 kg
- "Flex": 1 x 8 kg + 1 x 23 kg
- "Business": 2 x 8 kg + 2 x 32 kg
- "Business light": 2 x 8 kg + 2 x 32 kg
8 kg is the maximum weight of carry-on baggage. More details about baggage transportation can be found on the official website of Czech Airlines.
Nutrition
On Csa Czech Airlines short and medium-haul routes, in-flight meals are included only in the cost of Business and Business Light fares. It includes a cold dish, dessert, and freshly baked goods. The Economy Flex rate includes light snacks only.
If desired, Czech Airlines economy class passengers can purchase a “business class” menu directly on board the aircraft or order it before departure on the official website in Russian.
Czech Airlines is the national carrier of the Czech Republic, based at Prague Airport. The company operates flights to Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The air carrier operates both regular and charter flights. It is a member of the large international airline alliance "SkyTeam", which provides the passengers of this airline with quick and convenient connections with other major air carriers in the world. It has operated since 1923 and carries just over 2.7 million passengers annually.
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Air fleet of Czech Airlines
Czech Airlines has a fleet of 18 aircraft with an average age of 9.5 years.
- Airbus A319-112 - 9 units;
- ATR 72-500 - 5 pcs;
- ATR 42-500 - 3 pcs;
- Airbus A330-323 - 1 pc.
Destinations of Czech Airlines
Czech Airlines operates flights within the Czech Republic, to Europe, Asia and the Middle East. There are 43 destinations in the air carrier's route network.
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Check-in for a Czech Airlines flight
Online check-in for Czech Airlines flights starts 36 hours before and closes 1 hour before departure. The situation is similar with registration via a mobile phone.
There are two ways to check-in at the airport: at the check-in counter and at self-service kiosks. True, the kiosks are still working only at the Prague airport. The check-in process for a flight ends 60 minutes before departure, with the exception of Prague airport - where check-in ends 40 minutes before departure. In any case, your e-ticket or paper ticket will indicate the exact times for this procedure.
Baggage with Czech Airlines
On the “Economy Lite”, “Economy Plus” and “Economy Flex” tariffs, you can take 1 piece of hand luggage with dimensions up to 55x45x25 cm and weighing up to 8 kilograms.
On the "Business Lite" and "Business" fares, you can take 2 pieces of hand luggage of the same weight and size.
Additionally, at all tariffs, except for "Economy Lite", you can take a laptop, a small briefcase or a bag, weighing up to 3 kg, dimensions up to 40x30x15 cm.
Children without a separate seat (traveling in the arms of an adult) are not eligible for additional carry-on baggage. Children with a separate seat have the same limits as adults.
