Getting to Budva, Montenegro

Reaching Budva typically involves a connecting flight through a major European hub. Once in Europe, there are several convenient airport options to get you closer to the coast of Montenegro. Here are the best airports to consider:

Tivat Airport (TIV) — 12 miles

The closest airport to Budva, just 12 miles away — about a 25–30 minute drive. Tivat is a seasonal airport with many summer flights from major European cities, making it ideal if you’re connecting through places like Vienna, Belgrade, or Istanbul.

Podgorica Airport (TGD) — 40 miles

Located about 40 miles from Budva (roughly a 1–1.5 hour drive), Podgorica is Montenegro’s main international airport. It offers more frequent year-round flights from European hubs, making it a reliable option when connecting from the U.S.

Dubrovnik Airport (DBV), Croatia — 58 miles

About 58 miles from Budva, Dubrovnik is another viable choice. The drive takes around 2 hours, including a border crossing into Montenegro, which can add time during peak travel periods.

Bus options are available and are often recommended for traveling from Dubrovnik to Budva. For a full review and traveling tips from Dubrovnik to Montenegro use the link below: https://www.anadventurousworld.com/dubrovnik-to-montenegro/

Uber/Lyft Services Not Available

Uber and Lyft services are not available in Montenegro, however a rental car is not necessary when exploring Budva. The tiny walled city is a pedestrian zone with no vehicle access, and the waterfront promenade is best explored on foot. For day trips around the Bay of Kotor, a car is a recommended due to driving distances ranging from 20 minutes to 90 minutes to reach Sveti Stefan, Kotor, the Lustica Peninsula, Perast and some of the surrounding beaches.

Rental Car

Rental car options are available. https://www.discovercars.com/