Sarajevo Airport: arrival and departure
River Walk is about 3.5 km from the terminal, about 6 minutes by taxi.
From Sarajevo Airport, take a taxi to River Walk: it is about 3.5 km and about 6 minutes, and the metered fare comes to about 12 KM (roughly €6) before luggage. There is no tram at the airport and no direct bus to Ilidža. Reception is open 24 hours a day. River Walk’s airport transfer costs an additional 50 KM and can be requested before you travel.
From River Walk in Ilidža
Sarajevo Airport3.4 km
On footabout 46 min
Car or taxiabout 6 min3.5 km
Taxis charge by the meter: about 12 KM from the terminal, plus 5 KM per piece of luggage.
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River Walk’s address
River Walk is at Butmirska cesta 16A and 16B, Ilidža, about 3.5 km from the terminal. Give a driver the address Butmirska cesta 16, Ilidža, and when you send reception your arrival time, ask which of the two buildings to come to.
By taxi
A taxi is the simplest way and takes about 6 minutes. Taxis wait outside arrivals and charge by the meter: 3.50 KM to start, 2.30 KM per kilometre and 5 KM per piece of luggage, with no extra charge at night or on Sundays. That makes the ride about 12 KM (roughly €6) before luggage. The driver gives you a receipt if you ask for one.
A pick-up arranged by reception
Ask reception before you travel and they will try to arrange a car to meet you. Send your flight number, landing time and the number of passengers and bags to reception@riverwalkrent.ba, or call +387 33 837 337. Reception will tell you whether a driver is available for your flight and what it will cost.
Bus, tram and walking
There is no tram at the airport and no direct bus to Ilidža. The airport bus runs to BaščaršijaSarajevo’s Ottoman-era bazaar and old town, with craft shops, cafés and restaurants around the Sebilj fountain. Tram line 3 from Ilidža runs here.12 km · tram line 3 · about 17 min by car in the city centre for 5 KM one way, and city trolleybuses leave from Dobrinja, a walk from the terminal; both lead away from Ilidža. On foot River Walk is about 3.4 km, about 46 minutes, mostly beside main roads: manageable with a small bag in daylight, uncomfortable with suitcases.
Before an early flight
Order a taxi the evening before: call Sarajevo Taxi on 1515, use its mojTaxi app, or ask reception to arrange a car. The drive takes about 6 minutes, so time your departure by your airline’s check-in deadline. If you are leaving before 08:00, tell reception the day before.
If your flight changes
Check flight status with the airline or the airport. Reception is open 24 hours a day, so tell them your new arrival time and they will expect you. Arrange any airport assistance with your airline before travelling.
Questions
How much is a taxi from Sarajevo Airport to Ilidža?
About 12 KM (roughly €6) to River Walk on the official tariff of 3.50 KM plus 2.30 KM per kilometre, with 5 KM added for each piece of luggage.
Is there a bus from Sarajevo Airport to the city centre?
Yes. The airport bus runs to Baščaršija for 5 KM one way. It does not pass Ilidža.
Is there Uber at Sarajevo Airport?
No. Uber does not operate in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Use the metered taxis outside arrivals, or the mojTaxi app.
Can I rent a car at Sarajevo Airport?
Yes, car rental companies have desks at the airport. Parking at River Walk is free.
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