M. R. Štefánik Airport (BTS)

Getting Around

How to get to and from M. R. Štefánik Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at BTS

M. R. Štefánik Airport is connected to Bratislava and the wider Slovakia transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Bus & Shuttle

Bus No. 61 connects Bratislava Main Railway Station and the airport; buy tickets via the driver or a transport app.

Taxi

The official partner is 'AIRPORT SERVICE' (rank at Arrivals); fares are posted on info panels at the airport rather than published online. Cash, Mastercard, Visa, and Amex are accepted.

Rideshare

Bolt is the airport's official taxi-service partner as of July 2026 — bookable via the app or a no-app kiosk in Arrivals, with dedicated pickup bays in Car Park P1.

Car Rental

On-site car rental counters are available (specific brands weren't individually confirmed).

Insider tip

The airport itself has publicly warned travelers about two impostor websites (bratislavaletisko.sk and bratislava-airport.sk) that copy its design and show outdated, inaccurate pricing — only bts.aero is genuine. Direct bus/shuttle connections to Vienna's city center are also available from here, since the two airports are often compared for the same trip.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official M. R. Štefánik Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from BTS to Bratislava in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Car Rental at BTS

Exploring Slovakia beyond Bratislava? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.

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Ground Transport Tips for BTS

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at M. R. Štefánik Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.
If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.
Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. Bratislava city traffic can significantly extend journey times.
Download offline maps for Bratislava before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.
If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.
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