Airports Near Maribor
The closest airports to Maribor, SI: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Maribor, SI is Graz Airport (GRZ), about 32 mi (51 km) away — roughly 57 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Sarmellek International Airport (SOB).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRZ | Graz AirportGraz, Austria | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Regional |
| ZAG | Zagreb AirportZagreb, Croatia | 60 mi / 96 km | 1 hr 47 min | Regional |
| LJU | Ljubljana Joze Pucnik AirportLjubljana, Slovenia | 61 mi / 98 km | 1 hr 49 min | Regional |
| KLU | Klagenfurt AirportKlagenfurt am Worthersee, Austria | 62 mi / 100 km | 1 hr 51 min | Regional |
| SOB | Sarmellek International AirportSarmellek, Hungary | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 41 min | International |
| RJK | Rijeka AirportRijeka, Croatia | 106 mi / 170 km | 2 hr 27 min | Regional |
| TRS | Trieste / Ronchi Dei LegionariTrieste, Italy | 116 mi / 186 km | 2 hr 41 min | Regional |
| VIE | Vienna International AirportVienna, Austria | 116 mi / 186 km | 2 hr 41 min | International |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Graz Airport (GRZ) is the most convenient at about 32 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Sarmellek International Airport (SOB) (72 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 Maribor. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with GRZ.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near GRZ 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 Maribor is Graz Airport (GRZ), about 32 mi (51 km) away — roughly 57 min by road.