Flights to Bratislava Airport (BTS)

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Cheap Flights to Bratislava Airport

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is an ancient city with an intriguing mix of historic attractions and cosmopolitan amenities. Commercial and charter carriers offer flights to Bratislava Airport (BTS), including Czech Airlines, Pobeda, Ryanair and Travel Service Slovakia.

Facilities at Bratislava Airport

A single terminal at Bratislava Airport (BTS) accommodates both international and domestic departures and arrivals. Once you arrive from your cheap flight to Bratislava Airport (BTS), you can grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants or cafes, or take advantage of the free Wi-Fi to catch up on your emails. The terminal also has souvenir stores and duty-free shops if you want to pick up a gift for someone special.

Buses leaving from in front of the terminal can transport you either to downtown Bratislava or to Bratislava’s train station. Buses run at 45-minute intervals. You can also catch a cab at the taxi station or rent a car at the rental car facility inside the terminal.

Things to Do Near Bratislava Airport

Bratislava is located on the banks of the Danube River and was an important hub for European trade throughout much of its history. Crossing the river on a warm spring or summer evening makes for a delightful stroll.

Bratislava’s Old Town is located on the Danube’s left bank. The Old Town Hall houses the Bratislava City Museum, which contains one of the largest collections of medieval weaponry and torture implements to be found anywhere in Europe. The vast Primate’s Palace is an impressive neo-classical building where Bratislava’s Archbishop once lived. St. Michael's Tower is all that remains of the fortified walls that surrounded the city 800 years ago.

In Bratislava, as in nearby Vienna, local life revolves around cafes where you can sit comfortably for hours watching the passing parade. Bratislava also has a number of microbreweries and unique cocktail bars, including one that occupies the premises of what was once a public restroom back in the Iron Curtain days.

When you take one of the many cheap flights to Bratislava Airport (BTS), you’ll also have the opportunity to explore the remains of historic fortresses and castles in the surrounding countryside. The most famous of these may be Bratislava Castle, which is just one mile outside of the modern city. The present castle was constructed in the 9th century using materials from more ancient Roman buildings that once stood on this site, and it’s said to be haunted.

Travel Tips for Bratislava Airport

Since Vienna and the Austrian border are close, flights to Bratislava Airport (BTS) provide a convenient alternate transportation option. Vienna is only 55 miles away, and you can catch buses right outside Bratislava Airport that will take you there.

Bratislava hosts a number of festivals throughout the fall, including a reenactment of the Hungarian coronation ceremony, Bratislava Jazz Days and the One World Film Festival. This makes September and October great times to visit Bratislava, and you'll enjoy high temperatures ranging from 60-72 degrees Fahrenheit that time of year.