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.

Airport Guides

Flight times

From London – 2 hours 50 minutes.

From New York – 10 hours (including stopover).

Departure tax

€1.5 per passenger.

Travelling to Bosnia and Herzegovina 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