How to find cheap flights to Slovakia
Catch a flight to Slovakia departing from Ben Gurion Intl. This is usually the most budget-friendly place to begin your trip.
Then arrive at Bratislava to get even more value from your fare.
The cheapest time to visit Slovakia generally works out to be in October.
The lowest price for a one-way flight is $71. A round-trip ticket starts from $137.
Up for landing wherever the fare is lowest? Discover the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Slovakia' in the 'To' field.
Alternatively, select 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search if you already know where you want to go. This will display prices for nearby arrival airports so you can quickly find the best deal.
Take the guesswork out of timing by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an instant notification whenever the price changes on your route.
Book your tickets around 11 months before your journey. That's the general recommendation for scoring the biggest bargains.
The best time to go to Slovakia
To find the month or even day with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available.
July is the busiest time to travel. Go then if you want that peak season buzz, not rock bottom fares.
November is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a slower pace. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Slovakia then.
Weather can have a real impact on your trip, so travel when the forecast suits your plans. Average highs reach 25ºC (77ºF) in August, making it one of the warmest months in Slovakia.
Temperatures are often coolest around January, with average lows of -6ºC (21ºF).
You can expect more rain in January, while October is usually drier.
Depending on when and where you go, also take into account weather risks like winter snowstorm season and periods of heavy rainfall.
Getting to Slovakia
When it's time to book flights to Slovakia, you'll have plenty of arrival airports to choose from. These are some of the busiest:
Bratislava M R Stefanik Airport (BTS) in Bratislava
Kosice Barca Airport (KSC) in Kosice
Poprad Tatry Airport (TAT) in Poprad
These airlines are the key players landing at this destination, based on rough monthly flight figures:
Ryanair — 520
Wizz Air — 370
Wizz Air Malta — 160
Major hubs including London, Dublin and Vienna are common stops on flights to Slovakia. Your connection (if any) will depend on your departure city and airline, which you can check as you search.
Places to visit in Slovakia
Bratislava
If you had to choose just one place, this city in Bratislava Region would be a strong contender. With a population of roughly 420,000, it features more highlights than you can get to in one visit.
Bratislava Old Town, Medieval City Walls and Notre Dame Church are popular stops on any trip.
Bratislava M R Stefanik Airport (BTS) handles most international flights into Bratislava. You'll find some excellent flight deals to Slovakia landing at this major hub.
Check out the range of hotels in Bratislava and pair your trip with a stay that fits your budget and style.
Kosice
Find a whole new vibe in this Košice Region city of around 240,000 people.
Work your way through the highlights including St. Elisabeth Cathedral, Botanical Garden and Slovak Technical Museum Kosice.
The bulk of flights arrive through Kosice Barca Airport (KSC), the city's main airport.
Browse hotels in Kosice and find a stay that matches your plans.
Poprad
Located in Prešov Region and with a population of about 57,500, this city also secures its spot as one of the most interesting places to visit in Slovakia.
View of Tatra Mountains, Tatra Gallery and Tatra Museum are popular attractions to cross off while you're here.
Poprad Tatry Airport (TAT) is the main airport to plan your flight around.
Whether you want something no frills or full of flair, hotels in Poprad offer options for every type of trip.
Good to know
Make sure you're across the entry rules well before departure day. Rules can change depending on your passport, reason for travel and length of stay. Always check with official sources like embassy websites or your airline.
Finding an ATM (automatic teller machine) is unlikely to be an issue. They are common in cities of all sizes and areas geared toward visitors.
Tipping is not expected in Slovakia. That said, if the service is especially good, leaving something extra is always appreciated.
Wi-Fi coverage is high, with most hotels, cafes and restaurants providing reliable access.
The population of Slovakia is roughly 5.5 million. Bratislava is the capital.
The same time is used throughout this destination, with a single standard time zone based on UTC+1.
Slovakia is part of the Eastern Europe subregion of Europe.
Some of the headline events on the local calendar include the Východná Folklore Festival, the Pohoda Festival and the Bratislava Music Festival. Line up your flight to Slovakia around moments like these for an experience that goes deeper than the highlights.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Booked that cheap ticket to Slovakia? Now work out where you'll rest your head and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in Slovakia and filter your search by review score, star rating and more. You can also browse car rental options in Slovakia and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.
