Belgrade to Banja Luka flights
Banja Luka lies 257 km (160 mi) west of Belgrade, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Belgrade | Banja Luka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Serbia | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Population | 1.3 million | 221,106 |
| Elevation | 120 m (394 ft) | 151 m (495 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Belgrade) | UTC+2 (Europe/Sarajevo) |
| Nearest large airport | BEG, 12 km out | BNX, 19 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Banja Luka
Crossing from Serbia into Bosnia and Herzegovina: money changes from the Dinar to the Marka (BAM); the dialling code becomes +387; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Airports at each end
Leaving Belgrade
Belgrade is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Banja Luka
Banja Luka is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Banja Luka International Airport (BNX), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banja Luka International Airport | BNX | 19 km (12 mi) | 8,202 ft | 400 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Banja Luka from Belgrade?
257 km (160 mi) in a straight line, west of Belgrade.
How long does it take to get from Belgrade to Banja Luka by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Belgrade and Banja Luka?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Belgrade to Banja Luka flights?
Typically Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) to Banja Luka International Airport (BNX).
What currency do I need in Banja Luka?
The Marka (BAM).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.