Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Sarajevo Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
Staff are very friendly (and speak foreign languages – mainly English, but also German, French, Spanish…) -a traveller
The terminal closes at night. It is not possible to stay inside and you will be asked to leave.
SJJ Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Sarajevo International Airport.
What to Expect
The small, recently expanded terminal at Sarajevo Airport (code: SJJ) handles European and Middle Eastern routes. Amenities include a few eateries, bars, and shops, including duty-free. (Many more cafes and restaurants are located within a few minutes’ walk of the terminal, if you want some fresh air.) WiFi and internet kiosks are available, but you may need to purchase access. Economy class passengers can pay to enter some airport lounges. See Airport Lounges in the guide below for location and access information.
Sleeping in Sarajevo Airport
It seems this airport closes nightly, from 11:00PM until 5:00AM, so overnight stays are not possible. For uninterrupted sleep, a hotel is in walking distance. Other nearby hotels offer shuttle service. See the Airport Hotels section below for locations or read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.
Covid-19 Update
Some airport reviews and tips in this guide and elsewhere on the site were written before March 2020 and may no longer be valid. To help us keep this guide up-to-date, you can add or update information or write a review to submit airport tips and photos. You can also visit the airport’s web site for current information.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security. For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door or through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and to also find out how you can gain lounge access with just an economy class ticket!
- Business Lounge – Location: multiple locations in Terminal B. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Lounge membership programs.
- VIP Lounge – Location: Terminal B, first floor, airside. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (20€+VAT for 30 minutes).
Related Pages: Sarajevo Airport Lounges
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in Sarajevo airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels within a 10 minute drive. Visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Sarajevo Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available at Sarajevo Airport for an hour in the main lobby, departure and arrival area. Connect to the the “PASSENGER ZONE” network and use the code “Free60min” to access the WiFi. Vouchers for extended WiFi use can be purchased from the airport’s catering facilities.
More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover At The Airport
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available. Fees may apply, so be sure to check your bank’s fee schedule and your daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Terminal B, near the exits.
Baggage Trolleys – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage trolleys are available. Rate: unknown.
Currency Exchange – Foreign exchange services can be found in the centre hall, Ground Floor.
Duty Free & Shopping – Duty Free is available in Terminal B.
Food & Drinks – At the time of this update, there were no 24-hour food concessions. Food options include: Snack Bar (Terminal B, first floor) • Refreshment Bar (Terminal B, ground floor) • Restaurant Bar (old Terminal, first floor).
Information Desk – If you have any questions, stop by the airport information desk for assistance. Location: center hall, Ground Floor.
Luggage Storage & Lockers – Not available.
Mobile Charging – At the time of this update, we did not have any information about mobile charging availability. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Post Office – Send out your last-minute postcards from the post office. Location: Ground floor in the Hall of Terminal B. Hours: 9:00AM – 5:00PM (Mon-Fri).
Rest Zones – There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Showers – Not available.
SIM Cards – SIM cards and prepaid mobile phones are available at BiH-BH Telecom. Location: Terminal B, Ground floor. Hours: 8:30AM – 8:30PM (Mon-Sat) • 10:00AM – 6:00PM (Sun).
Airport Hours
The airport is open from 4:00AM – 12:00AM.
Airlines
Sarajevo airport is served by the following airlines: Air Serbia • Austrian Airlines • Croatia Airlines • Eurowings • flydubai • Lufthansa • Norwegian Air • Pegasus Airlines • Qatar Airways • Turkish Airlines • Wizz Air. Note: the airport may be service by other airlines on a seasonal-only basis.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport
Bus
A bus operates between the SJJ airport and the Sarajevo city center at least once per hour from 6:10AM until 10:30PM. For passengers with one piece of luggage under 23kg, the ride is free; for two or more bags or a bag weighing more than 23kg, the fare is 5,00KM.
Car Rentals
The following car rental companies have offices onsite: Alamo/Enterprise/National • Avis • Budget • Payless • Europcar • Dollar • Hertz • Thrifty and more.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxis
Taxis are available next to the Terminal B.
Last updated: 2022-10-28
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, are subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers and their web sites. We are not representatives of any of the above mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.
