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About Pula Airport

Pula Airport is located at Valtursko Polje in Istria County, within the Ližnjan municipality and close to the Pula district area, about 6 kilometres from Pula city centre. Opened to civil air traffic in 1967, the airport is operated by Zračna luka Pula d.o.o. and serves as a strategic gateway for Istria, supporting tourism, business travel and regional connectivity across Croatia and the Adriatic.

The airport uses a single passenger terminal that handles both domestic flights and international flights, with dedicated areas for arrivals, departures, check-in, security and baggage services. Its infrastructure is designed for around 1 million passengers per year, with facilities such as car rental, parking, cafés, retail services and ground transport links. Traffic is highly seasonal, rising strongly during the spring and summer tourism period and becoming quieter in the winter months.

Pula Airport is served by a mix of scheduled, seasonal, charter and low-cost airlines, with connections shaped by leisure demand and the wider Istrian travel market. Typical routes include domestic links such as Zagreb, as well as international destinations in Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Scandinavia and other European markets. Demand for flight tickets is strongest during the holiday season, when visitors use the airport as a convenient entry point to Pula, Rovinj, Brijuni and the wider Istrian coast.

Pula Airport to Pula City Center Transport

Pula Airport is close to Pula city center, with several transport options available: municipal bus, airport shuttle, taxi, car rental, and private transfer. Travel time to central Pula is usually around 15 to 25 minutes, depending on traffic and the exact drop-off point.

Bus

Municipal buses operated by Pulapromet connect Pula Airport with the city and nearby suburban areas. This is usually the most budget-friendly way to travel from Pula Airport to Pula city center, although schedules may be less frequent than dedicated airport shuttles. The average journey time is around 20 to 30 minutes.

• Line 23: Pula Bus Station - Pula Airport - Muntić - Valtura
• Useful central stops may include Pula Bus Station, Pula-Centar P&R, Arena P&R, and Flavijevska Street
• Check the current Pulapromet timetable before travelling, especially outside peak season

Airport Shuttle

The airport shuttle, sometimes searched for as Havas or Havabus, is a regular airport-to-city service between Pula Airport and Pula Main Bus Station. At Pula Airport, the official shuttle is operated by Pula Airport Ltd. and usually departs in line with flight arrivals. The average travel time to the city center is about 15 to 20 minutes.

• Pula Airport
• Pula Main Bus Station, Trg I istarske brigade 1
• Platform 16 at Pula Main Bus Station for return trips to the airport

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 outside the terminal, making them one of the easiest options for transport from Pula Airport to Pula city center. The ride usually takes around 15 minutes, depending on traffic and your final address. Confirm the fare or ask the driver to use the meter before starting the journey.

• Taxi rank directly outside the airport terminal
• Door-to-door service to hotels, apartments, the old town, or Pula Arena area
• Suitable for late-night arrivals, families, and passengers with luggage

Car Rental

Car rental is a practical choice if you plan to explore Istria beyond Pula, including places such as Rovinj, Premantura, Medulin, or Brijuni National Park. Rental offices are located in the arrivals area and the main terminal building, with vehicle pickup typically arranged near the terminal exit.

• Car rental desks inside Pula Airport terminal
• Terminal-exit or nearby airport parking pickup
• Good option for travellers planning day trips around Istria

Transfer

A private airport transfer is the most convenient pre-booked option from Pula Airport to Pula city center. Your driver meets you at arrivals and takes you directly to your hotel, apartment, marina, or address in the city. Booking in advance is recommended, especially in summer, for early arrivals, late flights, or larger groups.

• Private door-to-door transfer from Pula Airport
• Meet-and-greet service in the arrivals area
• Recommended for families, groups, business travellers, and passengers with extra luggage