Car hire Ostrava Airport

Ostrava-Mošnov International Airport, now known as Leoš Janá?ek Airport Ostrava, is a 24-hour facility including a heliport. It serves the Czech city of Ostrava, the region's economic and industrial hub. Three carriers serve an annual passenger total of 266,000; Czech Airlines, Central Connect Airlines and Smart Wings, giving routes to Vienna and Prague as well as seasonal flights to Rhodes, Heraklion, Corfu and Preveza. Car hire at Ostrava International Airport is located just outside the complex and can be booked online in advance.

Ostrava Airport facilities

Passenger services in the single, modern terminal include disabled persons' and unaccompanied minors' assistance, an ATM and a currency exchange booth, eateries, VIP and business lounges, internet access and duty-free and duty-pay outlets. On-site parking, both long- and short-stay, is available and hotel bookings or onward travel air ticket reservation can be made.

Ostrava Airport excursions

Although Ostrava isn't a major tourist destination, there's plenty of interest here for visitors to this lively city. Several of the landmark 19th century coal mines have closed and been converted into interesting mine museums, including one in the Landek National Nature Reserve. The 13th century Ostrava Castle is a must-see for its dungeons and gallery, and the zoo holds 360 animal species.

Best time to visit

Set in a valley close to the Slovakian and Polish borders with the Czech Republic, Ostrava sees temperate weather, with mild, dry winters and humid, hot summers. Generally dry with only moderate rainfall over the year, it's a pleasant place for sightseeing year-round. The region is known for its attractive scenery dotted with small breweries and makes for interesting touring during spring, summer and autumn using car rental in Ostrava International Airport.

Car rental in Ostrava Airport

As in all large commercial and industrial cities, driving in Ostrava during rush hour is a challenge. Traffic police here are tough, the rules of the road are inflexible and trams, impatient local drivers, potholes and careless pedestrians don't help. Car hire is the way to go, so compare car hire costs here in order to get the cheapest rate.