Airport
Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Sarajevo International Airport is the main gateway to Sarajevo and central Bosnia and Herzegovina, serving the capital and nearby destinations such as Ilidža, Baščaršija, and the Olympic mountains of Bjelašnica and Jahorina. Compare transfer options to the city centre, Mostar, and surrounding areas to plan your onward journey with ease.
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About Sarajevo International Airport
Sarajevo International Airport is the main international airport serving Sarajevo and the wider Bosnia and Herzegovina region. Opened in 1969, it has grown into the country's primary air gateway, connecting the capital with destinations across Europe and beyond.
Located in the Butmir area of Ilidža municipality, roughly 12 km from central Sarajevo, the airport serves both domestic and international traffic through a single passenger terminal. Terminal B handles arrivals, departures, check-in, security control, and passenger facilities in one building, keeping the airport compact and easy to navigate.
The airport is linked to Sarajevo by road, with taxis, private transfers, car rental, and airport shuttle or public bus connections providing access to the city centre, Baščaršija old town, and nearby areas. The Olympic mountains of Bjelašnica and Jahorina, along with towns such as Ilidža, are within reach for onward travel.
With a Business Lounge, duty-free shopping, dining options, and practical passenger services, Sarajevo International Airport functions as a convenient gateway for both leisure and business travellers visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Sarajevo International Airport operates passenger services through a single terminal building, Terminal B, which serves both domestic and international flights. Arrivals are located on the ground floor, while departures, security control and the departure gate area are on the first floor.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Sarajevo International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Sarajevo International Airport to hotels, the old town, business locations and other destinations across Sarajevo and central Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from SJJ, business meetings, city sightseeing or journeys to nearby mountain and regional destinations.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Sarajevo International Airport for independent travel around Sarajevo and onward trips to destinations such as Mostar, Bjelašnica and Jahorina.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Sarajevo International Airport, hotels, event venues, ski resorts and other destinations.
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