Sarajevo International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
SJJ
ICAO Code
LQSA
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) is a small international airport serving the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It handles regional scheduled services and seasonal charters with passenger numbers in the low millions or below depending on the year. The airport is compact and primarily serves regional connections.

Sarajevo International Airport
Elevation: 520 m
43.8246, 18.3315

Terminal Guide for Sarajevo International Airport #

Sarajevo operates from a single small passenger terminal where check‑in, security and boarding are all within a short walk. Facilities are limited compared with larger airports but include necessary passenger services, a café and small shops. The layout is easy to navigate for arrivals and departures.

Getting to and From Sarajevo International Airport #

The airport is about a 10-30 minute drive from central Sarajevo depending on traffic and exact destination. Local buses and shuttle services operate on scheduled routes, and taxis are available outside arrivals (journey times to the centre are typically 15-30 minutes). Car hire desks are located at the terminal.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sarajevo International Airport #

The terminal has a small selection of cafés and shops and limited duty‑free for international departures. Wi‑Fi is usually available (check current coverage). Charging points and ATMs are present in public areas. Lounge options are limited-check with your airline for any business lounge access. Passenger assistance for reduced mobility is available on request.

Tips for Sarajevo International Airport #

  • The airport is compact-walk times between check‑in and gates are short, but immigration and baggage reclaim can take longer during peak times.
  • Taxis from central Sarajevo are quick and inexpensive; confirm price or use the meter. Local buses also serve the airport at scheduled times.
  • If you’re heading to winter resorts, check shuttle services as some run only seasonally to match ski/ski‑tour schedules.

Weather & Climate near Sarajevo International Airport #

Climate

Sarajevo International Airport's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1064 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 80 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-25°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
16°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 25°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 27°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.9h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 23°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

39 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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