Vienna to Banja Luka flights
Banja Luka lies 387 km (240 mi) south of Vienna, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 15 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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| Vienna | Banja Luka | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Austria | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Population | 1.7 million | 221,106 |
| Elevation | 193 m (633 ft) | 151 m (495 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Vienna) | UTC+2 (Europe/Sarajevo) |
| Nearest large airport | VIE, 18 km out | BNX, 19 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Banja Luka
Crossing from Austria into Bosnia and Herzegovina: money changes from the Euro 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 Vienna
Vienna is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Vienna International Airport (VIE), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are M. R. Štefánik Airport (BTS, 62 km).
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 Vienna?
387 km (240 mi) in a straight line, south of Vienna.
How long does it take to get from Vienna to Banja Luka by air?
About 1 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Vienna and Banja Luka?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Vienna to Banja Luka flights?
Typically Vienna International Airport (VIE) 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.