Airport
Châlons Vatry Airport (XCR)
Châlons Vatry Airport is a compact gateway to Châlons-en-Champagne, the Champagne vineyards and the wider Grand Est region, with passenger flights to destinations including Marrakech, Porto and Kos. Compare transfer options to Châlons-en-Champagne, Reims, Troyes, Épernay and Paris, and plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Châlons Vatry Airport
Châlons Vatry Airport is a regional international airport serving Châlons-en-Champagne and the Champagne-Ardenne area of north-eastern France. It opened as Vatry Air Base in 1953 and was converted for civilian use in 2000, and today it also operates under the Paris-Vatry name for some services.
Located about 25 km from Châlons-en-Champagne and roughly 150 km east of Paris, the airport supports passenger flights, cargo, business aviation and training flights. Its single passenger terminal handles scheduled and holiday flights to destinations such as Marrakech, Porto and Kos, alongside a busy cargo operation.
The airport is reached by road from the A4 and A26 motorways, with taxis, private transfers and car rental available from the terminal. Free parking is provided near the public concourse, making it convenient for regional travellers driving to the airport.
Passenger facilities include a café, shops with duty-free, free Wi-Fi, a lounge and assistance for passengers with reduced mobility, providing a straightforward travel experience for leisure and business visitors to the Champagne region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Châlons Vatry Airport operates a single passenger terminal, which handles scheduled and charter flights. The compact terminal serves all passenger departures and arrivals, with separate cargo facilities located elsewhere on the airport site.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Châlons Vatry Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Châlons Vatry Airport to Châlons-en-Champagne, Reims, Troyes, Épernay and hotels across the Champagne region.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, vineyard visits, business meetings or trips around Châlons-en-Champagne and beyond.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Châlons Vatry Airport for independent travel to Châlons-en-Champagne, the Champagne vineyards, Reims, Troyes or Paris.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organise minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Châlons Vatry Airport, hotels, event venues and destinations across the Grand Est region.
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