In short: Ohrid Airport (OHD) is 9–10 km from the city centre. No public bus serves this route. Taxis are the primary option — fixed ~€12 (730 MKD) with Taxi Marcedes, the main airport operator. Journey: 15 minutes.
What You Need to Know
OHD is a small seasonal airport serving ~320,000 passengers annually. Wizz Air is the main year-round operator; charter flights operate April–October from Western European cities.
Taxi: Taxi Marcedes offers a fixed rate to Ohrid city centre: ~€12/730 MKD. Taxis available outside the terminal for all arriving flights. Night surcharge after 22:00. In peak summer, rates may be higher — agree upfront.
Private transfer: Pre-booked with a driver in arrivals. Similar pricing to taxis but guaranteed availability — useful for early morning or late-night flights.
No public bus: No regular public bus service between OHD and the city despite some older sources suggesting otherwise. Taxi is the practical option.
Car rental: Desks in arrivals. Useful for exploring the lake region and North Macedonia more broadly.
About the Airport
OHD is seasonal in character. In winter, confirm your flight is operating and pre-book a taxi transfer as availability is limited outside tourist season.
FAQ
Distance from the lake? ~9 km, 15 minutes.
Uber or Bolt at OHD? Neither operates here. Taxi only.
Can I walk from OHD to the city? Not practical — 9–10 km, no pavement.
What currency for taxis? MKD (Macedonian denar). Some drivers accept euros.
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