Travelling from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Dubai. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) departing from here.
Expect to be travelling for 6 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport flight.
Sarajevo is three hours behind Dubai. Sarajevo International Airport is located in Sarajevo, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ). You can pick from 6 direct services every week. Flydubai operates a 8:10am departure between DXB and SJJ.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Dubai to SJJ. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
You can take a direct flight from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) out of Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Flydubai is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport departing from DXB.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with flydubai between DXB and SJJ.
Flydubai ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 88.89% of its services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to SJJ. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Dubai International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
71% of flights departing from Dubai International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Stuttgart Airport (STR). It's a key transfer point for flights from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) departing Al Maktoum International Airport.
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Dubai to SJJ flight? Kick back in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 71%.
About Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
Book a hotel near SJJ if you have a late flight from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport flight.
Getting from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to central Sarajevo
Central Sarajevo is around 10 kilometres from Sarajevo International Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport is $247. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $544. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book seven months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to SJJ.
December is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Dubai to SJJ is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when prices go down.
Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ). July is the busiest month to visit Sarajevo. If crowds aren't your thing, go in November.
Lock in a Dubai to SJJ plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sarajevo to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Sarajevo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Sarajevo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Sarajevo International Airport:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Sarajevo when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Skakavac followed by Ferhadija Mosque and Site of the Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
Explore more of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina waiting to be explored. About 137 kilometres northwest of Sarajevo, a trip to Banja Luka will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Hot Springs, Museum of Republika Sprska and Botanical garden.
Around 225 kilometres northwest of Sarajevo, Bihać is another favourite stop in Bosnia and Herzegovina. No visit is complete without checking out Una National Park, Fethija Mosque and View on Una river and City Bridge.