Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Chalons Vatry Airport (XCR): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport.
Châlons-en-Champagne's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Châlons-en-Champagne two hours ahead of Porto.
To ensure you catch your OPO to XCR flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Châlons-en-Champagne — and maybe even more of France if you have time.
Most travelers choose to travel with Ryanair on this route.
With a reliable 80.0% of services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating OPO to XCR flights.
If you'd love to discover another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Menara Airport is a popular stop between OPO and XCR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Chalons Vatry Airport (XCR)
Right now, $29 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $55. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from OPO to XCR by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to Porto Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.49% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Porto Airport from central Porto, it takes around 20 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to OPO? If you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chalons Vatry Airport (XCR)
After your Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport flight has arrived, kick back at a hotel close by. Au Pré du Moulin is a comfortable option within easy reach of XCR.
Getting from Chalons Vatry Airport (XCR) to central Châlons-en-Champagne
Chalons Vatry Airport is roughly 26 kilometers from central Châlons-en-Champagne. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chalons Vatry Airport (XCR)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Châlons-en-Champagne. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Porto Airport to Chalons Vatry Airport for August if you'd like to visit Châlons-en-Champagne during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from OPO to XCR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
Paris is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Châlons-en-Champagne. Around 145 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Around 354 kilometers south of Châlons-en-Champagne, Lyon is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.