Travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Flying to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo International Airport (IATA: SJJ) is the main international airport in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
European airlines that offer flights to Sarajevo include Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Pegasus, Ryanair, and Wizz.
Other airlines that fly to Sarajevo include Fly Dubai, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines.
Flight times:
From London – 2 hours 50 minutes.
From New York – 10 hours (including stopover).
Departure tax:
€1.5 per passenger.
Airport guides
Airport Code: SJJ. Location: The airport is about 10km (6 miles) southwest of Baščaršija, the 15th-century bazaar... Money: ATMs and a currency exchange service are available in the public area. Read more
Travel by rail
A direct train operates between Sarajevo and Zagreb (Croatia).
There are also seasonal services between Sarajevo and Ploče (Croatia).
Rail passes:
Interrail: Bosnia and Herzegovina is included in the Interrail Global Pass, which allows unlimited travel across multiple European countries. However, restrictions may apply. Check with Interrail before travelling.
Driving to Bosnia and Herzegovina
One can drive to Bosnia and Herzegovina from Croatia, Serbia and Montenegro.
Bosnia's main roads and highways are generally in good condition, but rural and mountain roads can be narrow and winding. Toll roads exist, especially near major cities.
Winter driving can be challenging due to snow and ice, particularly in mountainous areas. Winter tyres are required from 15 November to 15 April.
Getting to Bosnia and Herzegovina by boat
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