Airports Near Kazanlak
The closest airports to Kazanlak, BG: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Kazanlak, BG is Stara Zagora Airport (SZR), about 21 mi (34 km) away — roughly 41 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Plovdiv International Airport (PDV).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SZR | Stara Zagora AirportStara Zagora, Bulgaria | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Regional |
| GOZ | Gorna Oryahovitsa AirportGorna Oryahovitsa, Bulgaria | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 12 min | Regional |
| PDV | Plovdiv International AirportPlovdiv, Bulgaria | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | International |
| SOF | Sofia AirportSofia, Bulgaria | 101 mi / 163 km | 2 hr 21 min | Regional |
| BOJ | Burgas AirportBurgas, Bulgaria | 107 mi / 173 km | 2 hr 30 min | Regional |
| KVA | Alexander the Great International AirportKavala, Greece | 124 mi / 200 km | 2 hr 53 min | International |
| AXD | Dimokritos AirportAlexandroupolis, Greece | 125 mi / 201 km | 2 hr 54 min | Regional |
| VAR | Varna AirportVarna, Bulgaria | 130 mi / 209 km | 3 hr 1 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) is the most convenient at about 21 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Plovdiv International Airport (PDV) (47 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 Kazanlak. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with SZR.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near SZR 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 Kazanlak is Stara Zagora Airport (SZR), about 21 mi (34 km) away — roughly 41 min by road.