Flying from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Banja Luka Airport (BNX): what you need to know
Banja Luka's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Skopje.
To ensure you catch your SKP to BNX flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Skopje International Airport to Banja Luka Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SKP and BNX:
Memmingen Allgau Airport
Vienna International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Banja Luka Airport (BNX)
82 € is the best price for a one-way Skopje International Airport to Banja Luka Airport flight. Return flights start from 155 €. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SKP to BNX if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport to Banja Luka Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Skopje International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SKP land on schedule 85.19% of the time.
Central Skopje to Skopje International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SKP? If you're catching an early flight from Skopje International Airport to Banja Luka Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Banja Luka Airport (BNX)
If you're getting in on a late Skopje International Airport to Banja Luka Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near BNX:
Grab a Banja Luka Airport rental car and explore Banja Luka and beyond with your own wheels. Carwiz, Green Motion and Europcar are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Banja Luka Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Banja Luka Airport (BNX) to central Banja Luka
From Banja Luka Airport, Banja Luka is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
When to fly to Banja Luka Airport (BNX)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Skopje International Airport to Banja Luka Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Banja Luka. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Banja Luka is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Skopje International Airport to Banja Luka Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SKP to BNX in January. Temperatures average between -10ºC (14ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo is just one of the many places in Bosnia and Herzegovina waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Banja Luka. Around 137 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Bascarsija, Latin Bridge and Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque.
Zenica is another sought-after destination in Bosnia and Herzegovina and is around 88 kilometres south-east of Banja Luka. No trip is complete without seeing Setaliste babina rijeka, Konjska Česma and Nišani.
