Airports Near Ohrid
The closest airports to Ohrid, MK: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Ohrid, MK is Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 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 | 6 mi / 9 km | 19 min | Regional |
| KSO | Kastoria National AirportKastoria, Greece | 53 mi / 85 km | 1 hr 35 min | Regional |
| TIA | Tirana International Airport Mother TeresaTirana, Albania | 60 mi / 96 km | 1 hr 47 min | International |
| KFZ | Kukes AirportKukes, Albania | 66 mi / 107 km | 1 hr 59 min | Regional |
| SKP | Skopje Alexander the Great AirportSkopje, North Macedonia | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 41 min | Regional |
| KZI | Filippos AirportKozani, Greece | 79 mi / 127 km | 1 hr 50 min | Regional |
| IOA | Ioannina AirportIoannina, Greece | 98 mi / 158 km | 2 hr 17 min | Regional |
| PRN | Pristina International AirportPrishtina, KS | 101 mi / 163 km | 2 hr 21 min | International |
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 6 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA) (60 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 Ohrid. 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 Ohrid is Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD), about 6 mi (9 km) away — roughly 19 min by road.