Ostrava to Prague flights
Prague lies 278 km (172 mi) west of Ostrava, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 6 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ostrava | Prague | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Czechia | Czechia |
| Population | 280,853 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 211 m (692 ft) | 202 m (663 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Prague) | UTC+2 (Europe/Prague) |
| Nearest large airport | OSR, 20 km out | PRG, 12 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Ostrava
Ostrava is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava (OSR), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 11,484-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Katowice Wojciech Korfanty International Airport (KTW, 91 km).
Arriving in Prague
Prague is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,189-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Pardubice Airport (PED, 95 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Václav Havel Airport Prague | PRG | 12 km (7 mi) | 12,189 ft | 1,247 ft |
| Pardubice Airport | PED | 95 km (59 mi) | 8,203 ft | 741 ft |
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Staying in Prague
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Common questions
How far is Prague from Ostrava?
278 km (172 mi) in a straight line, west of Ostrava.
How long does it take to get from Ostrava to Prague by air?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ostrava and Prague?
No, both are on Europe/Prague at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ostrava to Prague flights?
Typically Leoš Janáček Airport Ostrava (OSR) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG); Prague also has PED.
Where can I stay in Prague?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.