Slovenia’s compact size hides a surprising variety of airfields and airports, from coastal strips to alpine approach points — useful whether you’re planning regional travel, flying for business, or just curious about local aviation. Knowing what’s available helps with route planning and understanding how the country connects to the rest of Europe.
There are 21 Airports in Slovenia, ranging from Ajdovščina Airport to Zagorje ob Savi Airfield. For each entry you’ll find below the information organized as Codes (IATA / ICAO),Location (city/region,lat,long),Type; scheduled; runway (m), so you can quickly scan locations, scheduled service and runway lengths — you’ll find below the full list and details.
Which Slovenian airports offer scheduled commercial flights?
Most scheduled services are concentrated at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (the main international gateway) and a couple of regional airports with seasonal or limited connections; many smaller airfields are general aviation or glider sites, so check the “scheduled” column in the list below for current service.
How reliable are the coordinates and runway measurements in this list?
The coordinates and runway lengths are compiled from official sources and aeronautical publications where available, but always verify current operational data with NOTAMs or official aeronautical information before flight planning.
Airports in Slovenia
| Name | Codes (IATA / ICAO) | Location (city/region | lat,long) | Type; scheduled; runway (m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ljubljana Airport | LJU / LJLJ | Ljubljana | 46.22, 14.46 | International; Yes; 3,300 |
| Maribor Airport | MBX / LJMB | Maribor | 46.48, 15.68 | International; No; 2,500 |
| Portorož Airport | POW / LJPZ | Portorož | 45.47, 13.61 | Regional; No; 1,205 |
| Cerklje ob Krki Air Base | — / LJCE | Cerklje ob Krki | 45.87, 15.52 | Military; No; 2,422 |
| Ajdovščina Airport | — / LJAJ | Ajdovščina | 45.89, 13.91 | General Aviation; No; 1,000 |
| Bovec Airport | — / LJBX | Bovec | 46.33, 13.54 | General Aviation; No; 800 |
| Celje Airport | — / LJCL | Celje | 46.24, 15.23 | General Aviation; No; 0 |
| Divača Airport | — / LJDI | Divača | 45.69, 13.96 | General Aviation; No; 0 |
| Lesce-Bled Airport | — / LJBL | Lesce | 46.36, 14.17 | General Aviation; No; 680 |
| Murska Sobota Airport | — / LJMS | Murska Sobota | 46.68, 16.15 | General Aviation; No; 1,000 |
| Novo Mesto Airport | — / LJNM | Novo Mesto | 45.77, 15.22 | General Aviation; No; 1,200 |
| Postojna Airport | — / LJPO | Postojna | 45.76, 14.19 | General Aviation; No; 0 |
| Ptuj Airport | — / LJPT | Ptuj | 46.40, 15.93 | General Aviation; No; 0 |
| Slovenj Gradec Airport | — / LJSG | Slovenj Gradec | 46.47, 15.12 | General Aviation; No; 1,200 |
| Velenje Airport | — / LJSO | Velenje | 46.36, 15.08 | General Aviation; No; 0 |
| Zagorje ob Savi Airfield | — / LJZA | Zagorje ob Savi | 46.12, 14.97 | General Aviation; No; 0 |
| Ljubljana University Medical Centre Heliport | — / LJHL | Ljubljana | 46.05, 14.52 | Heliport; No; — |
| Jesenice General Hospital Heliport | — / LJHJ | Jesenice | 46.44, 14.05 | Heliport; No; — |
| Izola General Hospital Heliport | — / LJHI | Izola | 45.52, 13.65 | Heliport; No; — |
| Slovenj Gradec General Hospital Heliport | — / LJHS | Slovenj Gradec | 46.51, 15.07 | Heliport; No; — |
| Maribor University Medical Centre Heliport | — / — | Maribor | 46.56, 15.65 | Heliport; No; — |
Images and Descriptions
Ljubljana Airport
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport is Slovenia’s main international airport near Brnik, serving Ljubljana and the country. It handles scheduled international flights and most commercial traffic. It has a long paved runway and full passenger facilities for jets and charter services.
Maribor Airport
Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport sits near Maribor and serves eastern Slovenia. It handles some commercial and charter flights when offered, but mainly supports general aviation and training. It has a paved runway capable of regional airliners and cargo ops.
Portorož Airport
Portorož Airport lies on Slovenia’s Adriatic coast near Piran and Portorož. It supports seasonal and charter flights plus general aviation for tourists. It has a short paved runway suited to turboprops and light jets.
Cerklje ob Krki Air Base
Cerklje ob Krki is the main military air base of Slovenia near Brežice. It supports military operations, training, and some government flights. It has a solid runway and military facilities and does not offer scheduled civilian services.
Ajdovščina Airport
Ajdovščina Airport is a small general aviation airfield in the Vipava Valley area. It serves light aircraft, gliders, and pilot training. It features short runways and basic ground services for sport aviation.
Bovec Airport
Bovec Airport sits in the Soča Valley and supports mountain tourism and adventure sports. It serves gliders, helicopters, skydiving, and small GA aircraft. It has short runways and is used for recreational and emergency flights.
Celje Airport
Celje Airport is a local general aviation field near the city of Celje. It hosts flight training, private flying, and occasional events. It has basic facilities and short runways for light aircraft.
Divača Airport
Divača Airport is a small airfield in southwestern Slovenia used for sport flying and limited GA activity. It serves local pilots and flight clubs. It features modest runways and minimal infrastructure.
Lesce-Bled Airport
Lesce-Bled Airport sits near Bled and Lesce and supports tourism and general aviation. It handles private jets, charter flights, and flight training. It has a paved runway suitable for small airliners and business aircraft.
Murska Sobota Airport
Murska Sobota Airport serves the Prekmurje region in northeastern Slovenia. It operates mainly as a regional GA field with occasional charter or special flights. It supports training, private flying, and local air services.
Novo Mesto Airport
Novo Mesto Airport is a local general aviation airfield serving southeastern Slovenia. It supports flight training, private aviation, and smallsport aviation. It has short runways and basic pilot services.
Postojna Airport
Postojna Airport lies near the famous Postojna cave and serves sport and private aviation. It supports gliding, light aircraft, and visitor flights. It provides simple ground services for tourists and pilots.
Ptuj Airport
Ptuj Airport operates as a small regional airfield in northeastern Slovenia. It serves sport flying, training, and occasional local charters. It has limited facilities and short runways for light aircraft.
Slovenj Gradec Airport
Slovenj Gradec Airport is a community airfield in northern Slovenia for sport and general aviation. It supports training, private flights, and local aviation clubs. It offers basic infrastructure and short runways.
Velenje Airport
Velenje Airport is a small airfield serving the Velenje area and nearby towns. It focuses on general aviation, training, and recreational flying. It has simple facilities and short runways for light aircraft.
Zagorje ob Savi Airfield
Zagorje ob Savi Airfield is a minor local airstrip used for sport and private aviation. It supports flying clubs and pilot training. It features minimal infrastructure and short landing surfaces.
Ljubljana University Medical Centre Heliport
The Ljubljana University Medical Centre Heliport serves as a medical evacuation and hospital heliport in the capital. It handles air ambulance flights, organ transport, and urgent patient transfers. It provides fast access to major hospital facilities.
Jesenice General Hospital Heliport
Jesenice General Hospital Heliport provides medevac and patient transfer services for the Jesenice area. It supports emergency helicopter landings and quick access to hospital care. It is critical for mountain rescue and urgent medical flights.
Izola General Hospital Heliport
Izola General Hospital Heliport serves the coastal region for medical evacuations and urgent transfers. It supports helicopter ambulance operations to and from the hospital. It helps reach remote coastal or maritime incidents quickly.
Slovenj Gradec General Hospital Heliport
Slovenj Gradec General Hospital Heliport supports air ambulance services for northern Slovenia. It handles urgent medical flights and patient transport to regional care. It aids fast response in rural and mountainous areas.
Maribor University Medical Centre Heliport
Maribor University Medical Centre Heliport is a hospital heliport serving northeastern Slovenia. It facilitates emergency medical flights, trauma transfers, and organ transport. It links the regional hospital to fast air medical services.
