Belgrade Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Belgrade Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

I was woken up by a security guard asking if I was sick since i was sleeping there. I said “no, I’m just tired” and he ordered me to stand up and move away from the area. -elsebeth

BEG Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport.

What to Expect

Belgrade Airport (code: BEG) features two terminals—Terminal 1 (T1, primarily low-cost and charter flights) and Terminal 2 (T2, Air Serbia and major carriers)—connected landside by a 5-minute walkway. The terminals contain several bars and restaurants and almost a dozen shops. WiFi and mobile charging stations are available. For additional comfort, economy-class passengers can pay to access one of the airport’s private lounges, one of which offers showers.

Sleeping in Belgrade Airport

Sleeping overnight at Belgrade Airport is generally tolerated, with travellers reporting several hours of rest without being disturbed by security. The standout feature is the comfortable, padded couches before security in Terminal 1, where you can stretch out rather than sleep upright in a chair. However, bright lighting, announcements, overnight cleaning and early morning check-in activity can interrupt your sleep, so bring an eye mask, earplugs and a warm layer. For detailed sleeping locations, conditions, photos and traveller tips, see our Guide to Sleeping in Belgrade Airport or read traveller airport reviews.

For uninterrupted sleep, there are several hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours, landside and airside. Security screening hours generally align with flight schedules. Terminal designations and checkpoint hours may vary depending on operations, so overnight access past security can be limited during quiet periods.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas or quiet rooms. However, travellers report finding usable seating such as padded chairs, benches, and footstools in the transit area near Gates A2–A3, A4–A5, and C2–C3. Charging points are available nearby.

In Terminal 1 (upper level), travellers have noted couches and large stools in a landscaped seating area. These spaces are not designed for sleeping, but they may offer a slightly more comfortable option during long waits.

As with any public space, take basic precautions when resting. Keep valuables secured and within reach, and use your bag as a pillow or anchor when possible.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Belgrade Airport:

Kimmiy Hotel (1.9 mi)

Kame Hotel Belgrade (1.9 mi)

Hotel Mar Garni (3.1 mi)

Garni Hotel Zeder (3.9 mi)

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.

Air Serbia Premium Lounge – Location: Airside, Terminal 2, between Gates A4 and A5. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes (quiet seating area). Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (€45 or RSD equivalent, subject to capacity) • Prepaid lounge passes • Complimentary access for Air Serbia business class passengers and Etihad Guest Gold and Platinum members • Eligible access for Etihad Airways partners through reciprocal agreements.

Business Club Lounge – Location: Airside, Terminal 2, after Passport Control, near Gate A4. Hours: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (RSD 3,000 per person) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs • Access for eligible business class and elite-status passengers on Air Serbia and other select carriers.

Food & Drinks

Food outlets operate on varying schedules across the terminals. At last check, there are no confirmed 24-hour food options, so overnight travellers may want to plan ahead.

Drinking Water
Drinking fountains are available on the airside. Mariam2go tells us “Water fountain with cold and hot water is near the toilets before gate C7 (international departures).” Another reader spotted a refill station at gate A8. (August 2025 and May 2026)

Luggage Storage & Lockers

No luggage storage or lockers are currently reported. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

Charging stations are available in both transit and gate areas, though access may depend on seating availability and crowd levels.

Showers

Showers are available inside the Air Serbia Premium Lounge. [ see Airport Lounges above ]

WiFi/Internet

Unlimited free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Airport Belgrade Free” network.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Art in the Airport – Paintings and other artworks, some dating back more than 50 years, are displayed throughout the terminal.

Family Services
Baby Care Facilities – Dedicated baby care rooms offer changing tables, washbasins, toilets, small kitchen areas, and play spaces. One location also includes a rest area for parents. Open 24 hours.
Children’s Area – Several children’s playrooms are available both landside and airside. Additional play areas are located within some baby care rooms.
Gaming – Free-to-use gaming consoles are available during daytime hours, with reduced availability mid-week.

Information
Information Desk – An information desk is available landside and operates 24 hours.
Transfer Counter – Transit passengers who need to re-check baggage or complete check-in formalities can contact the transfer counter airside.
Travel Agencies – A travel agency operates in the public area connecting the two terminals, offering assistance with onward travel and local arrangements.

Luggage
Luggage Trolleys – Free luggage trolleys are available in designated areas.
Luggage Wrapping – Protective luggage wrapping services are available near check-in areas and operate 24 hours.

Medical Services
Medical Services – Urgent and emergency medical care is available 24 hours.
Pharmacy – A pharmacy operates airside with extended daily hours.

Money
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available in both terminals and operate 24 hours. Fees may apply depending on your bank.
Banking Services – Information not available.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange counters and machines are available in international arrivals and departures areas.

Post Office – A post office operates landside in the main terminal.
Salon – unknown
Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available airside in Terminal 2. Additional retail shops and newsstands are located throughout the terminal.
SIM Cards – A reader says, “SIM Cards are available at the baggage pick up area. MTS and Yettel” (September 2023)
Spa – unknown

Airlines

Belgrade Airport is served by the following airlines: Aegean Airlines • Aeroflot • Air Cairo • Air France • Air Serbia • Air Montenegro• Arkia Israeli Airlines • Austrian Airlines • Belavia • EasyJet • Etihad Airways • flydubai • KLM • LOT • Lufthansa • Luxair • Norwegian • Pegasus Airlines • Qatar Airways • Red Wings • Swiss • TAROM • Transavia • Tunisair • Turkish Airlines • Wizz Air.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

BEG airport is connected to the bus system via three different lines. PTC Belgrade bus line 72 travels between the airport and Zeleni Venac Square in downtown Belgrade. PTC Belgrade bus line 607 connects to Surčin – Novi Beograd. Minibus A1 offers scheduled service between the airport and Slavija Square in a 30-minute journey (one way). For routes, fares, and schedules, visit the Nikola Tesla Airport website.

Car Rentals

Car rental services are available at Terminals 1 and 2, International Arrivals area. There are at least 20 car rental agencies on-site, including: Rent a Car EFEX • AutoUnion Car Rental • Auto rent • Avis • Budget • Carwiz • Dollar • Enterprise • Europcar • Green Motion • Mega Rent • Hertz • Menadžer Express • Mobility • Moris • Sixt • Unirent • YU tim.

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Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxi

Airport taxis charge for their services according to a six-zone fare map. To hire a cab from the airport, go to the “Taxi Info” desk in the international arrivals area, where a representative will locate your destination on the zoned map and hand you a receipt, displaying both your destination and the price for your trip. Present this receipt to your driver before the journey begins.

Last updated: 2026-01-20

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.