Travelling from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): What you need to know
Brussels's main base, Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ).
Sarajevo (where Sarajevo International Airport is located) and Brussels share the UTC+1 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Brussels to SJJ.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Brussels to SJJ departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Travelling from central Brussels to BRU takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Brussels Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 75% of flights complete their journey on time.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Think about kicking off your journey from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). You can book a direct Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) plane ticket with departures from here.
Catch your direct flight from Brussels to SJJ with Ryanair. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of CRL.
On the CRL to SJJ route, Ryanair is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Choose Ryanair for the most punctual service. Its flights between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Sarajevo International Airport touch down as scheduled 80.77% of the time.
CRL is around 56 kilometres from central Brussels. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Brussels South Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to SJJ flight:
78% of flights taking off from Brussels South Charleroi Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SJJ instead:
For the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport flight.
Getting from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to central Sarajevo
From Sarajevo International Airport, central Sarajevo is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Currently, $30 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $68. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Brussels to SJJ, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
Cheap Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Brussels to SJJ.
Hunt down a great price on a flight from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ). Plan your visit to Sarajevo in November if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Sarajevo is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Brussels to SJJ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between -11ºC and 7ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sarajevo
After booking your flight from Brussels to Sarajevo International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Sarajevo:
Your trip to Sarajevo isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Skakavac, Ferhadija Mosque and Site of the Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Banja Luka is just one of the many cities in Bosnia and Herzegovina waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sarajevo. Around 137 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Hot Springs, Museum of Republika Sprska and Botanical garden.
Around 225 kilometres northwest of Sarajevo, Bihać is another essential stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Una National Park, Fethija Mosque and View on Una river and City Bridge.