Arrivals
Transport Hub
Airport Shuttle
Shuttle bus meets every Ryanair & Wizz Air arrival, 30 min after landing. One‑way 10 KM / €5 to Banja Luka bus station (20 km, 25 min). Tickets on board (cash).
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Shared Van
Pre‑booked minivan, hotel drop‑off anywhere in the city. Seats from €8.
Provider: airporttransfers.ba
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Private Transfer
Driver meets you in Arrivals. Fixed fare €25 to city centre, €90 to Sarajevo.
Provider: transfers.ba
Reserve a Private Car
Taxi
Meter starts at 2 KM; typical city‑centre fare €18–€22 (23 km, 30 min). Confirm meter before departure.
Rent a Van
8 & 9‑seat vans, zero deposit, free child seats. From €55/day.
Provider: rentavan.ba
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Car Hire
Compact, sedan or SUV – desks past customs. Free cancellation until 24 h pre‑pick‑up. From €30/day.
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Book with autorentsarajevo.baBus Details
The shuttle operates only on days with scheduled flights. Updated monthly.
In‑terminal Guide
Shopping & Food
1 café (Arrivals), 1 duty‑free kiosk after security; open flight hours only.
Duty‑Free
Tobacco, spirits, chocolates. Opens 90 min before departures.
Lounges
No lounge facilities.
Wi‑Fi
Network “BL‑Airport‑Free”. Free 30 min; unlimited if you buy a drink in the café.
Currency & ATMs
Nova Bank ATM in Arrivals; exchange desk (07:00–19:00, 1 % fee).
Facilities
Prayer room next to Security; baby‑change in unisex toilet; Lost & Found +387 51 531 146.
Processes & Procedures
Security screening
One lane; queues average 8–12 min even on peak days. Liquids ≤ 100 ml.
Passport control
Two desks. Average wait 5 min. Arrive 1 h 30 min before flight.
Customs
Green channel up to 300 €; red if carrying cash > 10 000 €.
Connecting flights
No sterile transfer; you must exit to landside and re‑check.
Special assistance
Book 48 h ahead with airline or call +387 51 531 105.
plan ahead
Journey calculator
Public transport PDF
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Visa checker
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Insurance reminder
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eSIM & Data
3 GB Bosnia eSIM from €5
1How early should I arrive?
1 h 30 min before departure.
2Is there luggage storage?
No lockers at BNX.
3Can I drink the tap water?
Yes; safe across Banja Luka.
4Where can I smoke?
Designated spot outside Departures.
5Is ride‑hailing available?
No Uber/Bolt; use licensed taxis or pre‑booked transfers.
