Airports in Slovakia
In this article we cover the main airports in Bratislava and Košice and give useful information for travellers, including people holding temporary protection status who are travelling by plane.
which airports there are and how to get to the airport
what tourists and Ukrainian refugees need to know
where it is cheapest to buy tickets
So, Slovakia has several large international airports serving passengers from all over the world. Numerous flights offered by various airlines connect Bratislava, Košice and Poprad with the main European capitals, such as Madrid, Paris, Brussels, Rome, London, Prague, Vienna, Riga, Warsaw and Kyiv.
The most popular is Bratislava airport, just 9 km from the city centre.
Bratislava Airport
The largest airport in Slovakia, named after the soldier and politician Milan Štefánik.
The official website, with a page translated into Russian, is available here
It has 3 terminals
- the terminal opened to the public in July 2012 (arrivals and departures)
- terminal B — for arrivals and departures outside the Schengen area
- the general aviation terminal
On the ground floor of the departures terminal there are 29 check-in desks for passengers, one of them for oversized baggage.
How to get to the airport by public transport.
You can take bus 61 or 96. The timetable is available here
By car, plan your route
Košice Airport
The airport lies 8 km south-east of the city of Košice in eastern Slovakia. It is the second largest airport in Slovakia and handles both scheduled and charter flights. Košice International Airport offers a wide choice of destinations within Slovakia and beyond. Scheduled destinations include Brussels, Kyiv, London, Milan, Munich, Prague, Riga, Rome, Warsaw, Vienna and Salzburg. Many charter destinations are also available, including holiday spots in Egypt, Greece, Spain and Turkey. You can view the flight timetable at this link Košice airport has a single terminal offering passengers plenty of amenities, including cafés and restaurants, shops, cash machines, smoking rooms and free Wi-Fi. Several transport options are available to and from the airport, including taxis, buses and car hire. The airport also has a large car park offering convenient, secure long-stay parking.
How to get to the airport.
Bus No. 23 will take you to the airport, linking it with the city centre and the railway and bus stations. The journey takes about 20 minutes. The timetable for buses from the airport is available at this link. By car along the route
What is important to know before you fly?
Travellers are advised to have the following documents and items with them:
- Passport: Ukrainians must have a valid international passport to enter Slovakia. The passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the date on which you intend to leave Slovakia.
- Flight tickets: you need tickets with a confirmed seat on board.
- Visa: Ukrainian citizens with a biometric international passport do not need a visa when flying within the European Union.
- For flights outside Europe, the general rules for all travellers apply. Some countries may require visas or have specific entry rules.
- Medical insurance: Ukrainians are advised to take out travel medical insurance so that they are covered in the event of unexpected medical problems.
At present there are no COVID-19 restrictions on travel.
Where it is cheapest to buy tickets.
It is worth noting that air tickets are usually cheaper in the low season, when there are fewer travellers. And they can be more expensive at weekends than on weekdays.
- You can buy air tickets at Bratislava airport, but in that case you may not get access to the special offers and discounts available only online.
- Online booking on airline websites. Go to the websites of the airlines that offer flights from Bratislava and choose a suitable flight and dates.
- Comparison sites such as
https://www.kayak.ie/?ispredir=true
let you compare ticket prices from different airlines and pick the best offer.
Here are a few more services with good deals on air tickets.
Remember to check the weight and dimensions of your baggage, as well as the restrictions on carrying liquids and other items on board. This will help you avoid extra charges and delays at security.
We wish you a pleasant journey and an easy flight with Slovakia’s airlines.