Airports Near Bitola
The closest airports to Bitola, MK: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Bitola, MK is Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD), about 32 mi (52 km) away — roughly 58 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OHD | Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle AirportOhrid, North Macedonia | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Regional |
| KSO | Kastoria National AirportKastoria, Greece | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 12 min | Regional |
| KZI | Filippos AirportKozani, Greece | 58 mi / 93 km | 1 hr 44 min | Regional |
| SKP | Skopje Alexander the Great AirportSkopje, North Macedonia | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Regional |
| KFZ | Kukes AirportKukes, Albania | 84 mi / 135 km | 1 hr 57 min | Regional |
| TIA | Tirana International Airport Mother TeresaTirana, Albania | 88 mi / 142 km | 2 hr 3 min | International |
| SKG | Thessaloniki Macedonia International AirportThessaloniki, Greece | 93 mi / 149 km | 2 hr 9 min | International |
| IOA | Ioannina AirportIoannina, Greece | 96 mi / 155 km | 2 hr 14 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD) is the most convenient at about 32 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA) (88 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Bitola. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with OHD.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near OHD saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Bitola is Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD), about 32 mi (52 km) away — roughly 58 min by road.