Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) LJU: Departure times and transfers

Flying from/to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport

Get straight from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport to the city centre without dither—booking your ticket in advance means you can zoom through the airport and be on your way to the city. We, at Omio, have collected information on the facilities that you have after landing, and the main places worth stopping at in the city centre to make planning your trip easier.

Flights from Ljubljana city center to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport

Ljubljana is the capital city of Slovenia. The city is famous for hosting different festivals of various genres, including one of the oldest European summer festivals and popular festivals of jazz music. The city has three airports, which are Maribor, Portoroz, and Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport. The Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport is the leading international airport that serves Ljubljana and the rest of Slovenia. There are various types of transportation that passengers can use to get to the airport from the center of Ljubljana. Public transit to the airport is either by an airport bus shuttle or by a direct bus. Passengers choosing to travel by private means can book a taxi or rent a car from the city center to the airport.

What's the best way to get to the airport from the city center?

Transportation by shuttle bus from the city center to the airport is the most preferred way. This option is attractive, especially for those traveling in a group. Passengers can get a private driver and a minibus with flexible traveling time, which can easily fit one's schedule. Passengers can book their tickets online with flexible pricing, enabling one to choose the time they would like to be picked up and dropped off. Companies operating a shuttle bus to the airport include Zup Prevosi, MNJtransfer, Markun Shuttle, Nomago, and GoOpti. The journey time by a shuttle bus from the city center to Ljubljana airport is around 30 minutes.

How far is it from the city center to the airport?

The distance from the Ljubljana city center to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport is around 15.5 miles (25 kilometers). The city center is well connected to the airport by roads. Public transit is by shuttle bus and airport bus. The buses running to and from the airport are operated by Alpetour, which can be identified by their logo. Buses to the airport from Letaliče Brnik depart from stop 28, located at the central bus station. Passengers can purchase bus tickets from the driver or at the counter in the bus station.  It takes approximately an hour for the bus to reach the airport from the city center, depending on traffic. Travel by taxi or rental car can take up to 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center. 

What facilities are there at the airport

Like many airports, Ljubljana airport offers various facilities to help their passengers feel comfortable. The bars and restaurants are located at the departure lounge, where passengers get a chance to refresh themselves with food and drink. A duty free shop is located in the international hall with various products for sale. Additionally, passengers can access free WiFi connections from the main passenger terminal and around the General Aviation Center. There is an information desk for inquiries about flight schedules and airport services located at the departure hall. In case of a medical emergency, the first aid station can be contacted via telephone: +386(0)4 2061 641.

How accessible is the route for people with limited mobility?

People with disabilities are advised to contact and inform the airport service desk of their special needs when they book their flights. The airport is equipped with various facilities to ensure people with disabilities are well accommodated. Wheelchairs are provided to people with walking disabilities are with wheelchairs along lengthy passageways. Those arriving at the airport from the main road should turn left and get through the terminal to the parking garage. From there, push the green button on the entry lift for assistance and inform the staff of the kind of help that is needed. For those traveling alone, the airport crew is in place to offer any assistance as long as they have notified the airport before arriving.

Local tips: how to travel to the airport like a local

Passengers seeking to find the cheapest way to get to the airport from Ljubljana city center will opt for the airport bus. The bus makes several stops across the city on its way to the airport. Passengers who prefer a direct route to the airport should book their bus lines ahead of time using with the bus company they intend to use. The airport has no hotel accommodations for visiting passengers. The closest hotel to the airport can be found in the tiny city of Vopovlje, which is located less than two miles (three kilometers) from the airport. It is recommended  that passengers taking a taxi to agree on the price with the driver before starting the journey.