How To Get From Skopje Airport to City Center Best Way – All Possible Ways (Updated 2023)

Last updated on May 17th, 2023 at 12:17 am

How To Get From Skopje Airport to City Center Best Way – You can go by bus, taxi and private transfer.

What is The Distance From Skopje Airport to City Center?

The distance from Skopje International Airport to city center is 25 kilometers. Click here to book online Skopje activities and Day Tour

The travel time by taxi from Skopje airport to downtown is around 20-25 minutes. The taxi fare from Skopje airport to downtown is around 1200 MKD which is €20. Read here how to get from Skopje Airport to Ohrid

What is The Cheapest Way From Skopje Airport to City Center?

The cheapest way from Skopje airport to city center is by bus for 180 MKD which is around €3. The bus travel time from Skopje airport to city center is around 30 minutes.

You can also rent a car in Skopje airport or get a private transfer that can be cheaper than a taxi.

SIM CARD AT SKOPJE AIRPORT

I wouldn’t recommend you to buy a sim card at Skopje airport. If you wish comfort you can buy eSim online and if you aren’t in a hurry just go around phone shops in the city and compare prices to buy the cheapest sim card in Skopje. Read here best North Macedonia eSim and North Macedonia sim card for tourist

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How To Get From Skopje Airport To Downtown

Bus From Skopje Airport To City Center (Airport Bus Shuttle)

If you want to get Skopje airport bus to city center. You will find only an airport shuttle bus from Skopje airport to city called Vardar Express. The travel time from Skopje airport to city is around 30-40 minutes depending on the traffic.

There are only 3 stops: at Capitol Mall, International Bus Station (Bus Station and Train Station) and last one at Hotel Holiday Inn located in city center.

Schedule/Fare Skopje Airport Bus To Skopje City Center

The airport bus shuttle fare Skopje airport bus is 180 MKD for one way which is €3. You can buy the ticket at the airport in the ticket counter or to the bus driver only cash accepted and local currency. There are exchange offices at the airport and ATMs available.

You can check below the airport bus schedule from Skopje airport to downtown. There are only a few services depending on the flights coming to Skopje International Airport.

MONDAY	TUESDAY	WEDNESDAY	THURSDAY	FRIDAY	SATURDAY	SUNDAY
01:15; 12:25; 18:45; 20:20; 22:00	00:20; 11:30; 13:55; 17:40; 22:00	00:55; 09:00; 12:25; 17:20; 22:00	00:10; 14:45; 17:05; 20:20; 22:00	01:10; 11:20; 13:00; 15:15; 18:50; 20:20; 22:10	11:30; 14:00; 17:50; 22:00	01:00; 09:00; 12:40; 19:00; 22:00

For more changes in the bus schedule check their website!

TAXI FROM SKOPJE AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

If you go from Skopje airport to city center by taxi the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time by taxi is around 20-25 minutes and the taxi fare from Skopje airport to Skopje city center is 1200 MKD which is around €20. If you want to go to Lake Ohrid from Skopje airport will take 2 hours and 45 minutes and the taxi fare is around 6000 MKD which is €100.

The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination. You will find white color taxis and the official taxis have a number from 1 to 65.

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PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION FROM SKOPJE AIRPORT TO DOWNTOWN

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and is only ideal if you have the budget and you really want comfort after your flight to Skopje. Prices are around €25 and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be €6 per person.

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RENTING A CAR AT SKOPJE AIRPORT

There are many options for renting a car in Skopje’s airport. It’s the most convenient option if you have a place to park your car in Skopje. It will take you 25 minutes to get to Skopje city center from the airport by private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz, Avis, Europcar available in the airport. Prices can be around €20-30 per day.

Car rental options can be great if you are traveling with a few people or a lot of luggage and planning to visit places around Skopje and the countryside. Make sure you have a parking place in your hotel or Airbnb since sometimes can be so challenging in Skopje city center.

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BEST WAY FROM SKOPJE AIRPORT TO CITY CENTER

The best way from Skopje airport to city center is by bus for 180 MKD which is around €3 if you are on a budget and 30 minutes travel time.

The best way from Skopje airport to downtown is by taxi or private transfer if you wish more comfort and 20 minutes travel time.

WHERE TO STAY IN SKOPJE

You can sleep in a dorm room or a room for less than $10 USD while you can stay in a budget hotel for as low as $20-30 USD. There are so many to choose from depending on what type and how luxurious you want your stay to be starting from $50 USD.

Book your accommodations in Skopje through Agoda or Booking

CURRENCY AND EXCHANGE RATE IN MACEDONIA AND ATMS

The currency of Macedonia is called MKD Macedonian Denar and this is the money you will use while you travel around the country. And the exchange rate is €1= 61 MKD. Also if you are bringing a debit card you will find many ATMs all over Macedonia and most of them don’t charge commission for withdrawals.

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