Prague to Paderborn flights
Paderborn lies 437 km (271 mi) north-west of Prague, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 19 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.
| Prague | Paderborn | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Czechia | Germany |
| Population | 1.2 million | 142,161 |
| Elevation | 202 m (663 ft) | 118 m (387 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Prague) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Nearest large airport | PRG, 12 km out | PAD, 15 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Paderborn
Crossing from Czechia into Germany: money changes from the Koruna to the Euro (EUR); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +49; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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).
Arriving in Paderborn
Paderborn is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,152 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Kassel Airport (KSF, 55 km), Dortmund Airport (DTM, 82 km), Münster Osnabrück Airport (FMO, 86 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paderborn Lippstadt Airport | PAD | 15 km (9 mi) | 7,152 ft | 699 ft |
| Kassel Airport | KSF | 55 km (34 mi) | 8,202 ft | 820 ft |
| Dortmund Airport | DTM | 82 km (51 mi) | 6,562 ft | 425 ft |
| Münster Osnabrück Airport | FMO | 86 km (53 mi) | 7,119 ft | 160 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Paderborn from Prague?
437 km (271 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Prague.
How long does it take to get from Prague to Paderborn by air?
About 1 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Prague and Paderborn?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Prague to Paderborn flights?
Typically Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD); Paderborn also has KSF, DTM, FMO.
What currency do I need in Paderborn?
The Euro (EUR).
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.