Airports Near Košice
The closest airports to Košice, SK: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Košice, SK is Kosice Airport (KSC), about 4 mi (6 km) away — roughly 13 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Uzhhorod International Airport (UDJ).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSC | Kosice AirportKosice, Slovakia | 4 mi / 6 km | 13 min | Regional |
| MCQ | Miskolc AirportMiskolc, Hungary | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 21 min | Regional |
| UDJ | Uzhhorod International AirportUzhhorod, Ukraine | 46 mi / 74 km | 1 hr 22 min | International |
| TAT | Poprad-Tatry AirportPoprad, Slovakia | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Regional |
| LUE | Lucenec AirportLucenec, Slovakia | 75 mi / 120 km | 1 hr 44 min | Regional |
| QWS | Nowy Targ AirportNowy Targ, Poland | 75 mi / 121 km | 1 hr 45 min | Regional |
| DEB | Debrecen International AirportDebrecen, Hungary | 86 mi / 139 km | 2 hr | International |
| SLD | Sliac AirportSliac, Slovakia | 97 mi / 156 km | 2 hr 15 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Kosice Airport (KSC) is the most convenient at about 4 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Uzhhorod International Airport (UDJ) (46 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 Košice. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with KSC.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near KSC 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 Košice is Kosice Airport (KSC), about 4 mi (6 km) away — roughly 13 min by road.