Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)

Arrivals enter the ground floor of Terminal C via jet bridges or bus transfers from remote stands.

• Passengers arriving from Schengen countries proceed directly to baggage reclaim without border control.
• Passengers arriving from non-Schengen countries pass through Ministry of the Interior passport control counters.
• Collect checked luggage from the designated carousels in the main arrivals hall.
• Pass through customs control using the green channel (nothing to declare) or red channel (goods to declare).
• Exit into the public arrivals concourse to access ground transport, ATMs, and information counters.

• Bus

  Official Airport Shuttle Bus

  Operated by Platanus in coordination with flight arrivals. Stops at Pile Gate (Old Town) and Gruž Main Bus Station.

  Time:

  30-45 minutes

  Typical cost:

  €10

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Official taxis line up at the designated rank directly outside Terminal C arrivals.

  Time:

  25-35 minutes

  Typical cost:

  €35-€55

• Ride-hailing

  Rideshare

  App-based services (such as Uber) pick up from marked zones outside the main terminal building.

  Time:

  25-35 minutes

  Typical cost:

  €30-€50

• Bus

  Local Public Bus (Libertas)

  Regional routes run along the main D8 road near the airport, connecting Čilipi and surrounding villages to Dubrovnik.

  Time:

  45-60 minutes

  Typical cost:

  €3-€5

• Car rental

  Car Rental

  Car hire company desks are located in the arrivals area and dedicated transport zone opposite the terminal.

  Time:

  25-35 minutes

  Typical cost:

  Varies by provider

Dubrovnik Airport functions primarily as an origin-and-destination airport without a dedicated airside transit hall for self-connecting flights.

• Self-connecting passengers arriving from non-Schengen destinations must clear border control and enter the country.
• Collect any checked baggage from the arrivals carousel before proceeding to landside departures.
• Check in again and clear security control on the upper floor of Terminal C for onward flights.
• Allow at least 2 to 3 hours between self-connecting flights, particularly during peak summer months.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible to passengers across all public terminal zones.

• Select the official public network SSID on your device.
• Accept the standard terms and conditions on the landing page portal to initiate access.
• Connections are free of charge, though sessions may require periodic re-authentication.

The official currency of Croatia is the Euro (€). Payment cards are accepted at most airport outlets.

• ATMs are located in both the arrivals hall and departures areas.
• Review conversion rates and dynamic currency conversion settings carefully on ATM screens before withdrawing cash.
• Currency exchange desks operate landside in the arrivals hall.

Food and beverage outlets are available both before and after security.

• Landside options include a cafe and bar offering light snacks and drinks.
• Airside departures feature coffee shops, quick-service eateries, and grab-and-go options.
• Operating hours and choices vary between high summer season and winter.

A commercial business lounge is located airside on the departures level of Terminal C.

• Accessible to eligible business-class passengers, airline status members, and select lounge pass holders.
• Facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, snacks, beverages, and flight screens.
• Single-entry pass availability varies depending on capacity and seasonal operational schedules.

There are no hotels located inside or directly connected to the airport terminal.

• Private accommodation and guest houses are available in Čilipi, within 1-2 kilometres.
• Resort hotels and holiday rentals are available in nearby Cavtat, approximately 5 kilometres away.
• Central Dubrovnik offers extensive hotel options reachable within 30-45 minutes by shuttle or taxi.

Baggage facilities are located on the ground floor near the arrivals exit.

• Report missing, delayed, or damaged baggage to the Lost & Found office in the baggage reclaim hall.
• Left-luggage services are limited; check with the main airport information desk for current storage options.
• Luggage trolleys are accessible near the baggage carousels.

Basic family amenities are situated throughout the passenger terminal.

• Baby changing facilities are available alongside main restroom facilities landside and airside.
• A small children's play area is situated in the airside departures concourse.
• Pushchairs can be taken through security up to the aircraft gate.

• Information Desk
• ATMs
• Currency Exchange
• Car Rental Counters
• Duty-Free Shops
• Cafes and Bars
• Business Lounge
• Baby Changing Rooms

Local emergency number: 112 (National emergency line for police, medical, fire).

• 112 is the primary national emergency number in Croatia for police, ambulance, and fire services.
• First-aid services and trained medical personnel can be requested via any airport staff member or at the main information desk.
• If you lose your passport, contact police officers on duty at the airport and notify your national embassy or consulate.

• Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
• Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
• Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
• Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
• Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
• Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
• Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
• Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.

Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.

• Dubrovnik Airport Official WebsiteOfficial airport source
• Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of CroatiaGovernment source
• Customs Administration of the Republic of CroatiaGovernment source
• Libertas Dubrovnik Public Transport OperatorOfficial transit source
• Platanus - Official Dubrovnik Airport Bus OperatorOfficial transit source
• Civil Protection Directorate of the Republic of CroatiaGovernment source