Prague to Villeurbanne flights
Villeurbanne lies 857 km (533 mi) south-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 51 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.
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| Prague | Villeurbanne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Czechia | France |
| Population | 1.2 million | 131,445 |
| Elevation | 202 m (663 ft) | 177 m (581 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Prague) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Nearest large airport | PRG, 12 km out | LYS, 17 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Villeurbanne
Crossing from Czechia into France: money changes from the Koruna to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +33; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
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 Villeurbanne
Villeurbanne is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB, 57 km), Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (CMF, 79 km), Annecy Meythet airport (NCY, 96 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport | LYS | 17 km (11 mi) | 13,124 ft | 821 ft |
| Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (regional) | GNB | 57 km (35 mi) | 10,007 ft | 1,302 ft |
| Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (regional) | CMF | 79 km (49 mi) | 6,628 ft | 779 ft |
| Annecy Meythet airport (regional) | NCY | 96 km (60 mi) | 5,348 ft | 1,521 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Villeurbanne from Prague?
857 km (533 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Prague.
How long does it take to get from Prague to Villeurbanne by air?
About 1 h 51 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 Villeurbanne?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Prague to Villeurbanne flights?
Typically Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS); Villeurbanne also has GNB, CMF, NCY.
What currency do I need in Villeurbanne?
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.