Which airport should I fly into for Veliko Tŭrnovo?

For long-haul and international flights, Plovdiv International Airport (PDV) is the main gateway near Veliko Tŭrnovo. The closest airport, Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport (GOZ), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Veliko Tŭrnovo?

The nearest is about 6 mi (10 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Veliko Tŭrnovo?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Veliko Tŭrnovo

The closest airports to Veliko Tŭrnovo, BG: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Veliko Tŭrnovo, BG is Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport (GOZ), about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 21 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Plovdiv International Airport (PDV).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
GOZ	Gorna Oryahovitsa AirportGorna Oryahovitsa, Bulgaria	6 mi / 10 km	21 min	Regional
SZR	Stara Zagora AirportStara Zagora, Bulgaria	48 mi / 78 km	1 hr 27 min	Regional
PDV	Plovdiv International AirportPlovdiv, Bulgaria	80 mi / 129 km	1 hr 52 min	International
BBU	Baneasa International AirportBucharest, Romania	101 mi / 163 km	2 hr 21 min	International
BOJ	Burgas AirportBurgas, Bulgaria	102 mi / 164 km	2 hr 22 min	Regional
OTP	Henri Coanda International AirportBucharest, Romania	106 mi / 170 km	2 hr 27 min	International
VAR	Varna AirportVarna, Bulgaria	111 mi / 179 km	2 hr 35 min	Regional
SOF	Sofia AirportSofia, Bulgaria	116 mi / 186 km	2 hr 41 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport (GOZ) is the most convenient at about 6 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Plovdiv International Airport (PDV) (80 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 Veliko Tŭrnovo. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with GOZ.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near GOZ 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 Veliko Tŭrnovo is Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport (GOZ), about 6 mi (10 km) away — roughly 21 min by road.