Pristina travel guide
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You're Going to Love Pristina
With 550.000 inhabitants, Pristina is the most populous city in Kosovo. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Pristina deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Pristina
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pristina in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 68 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Pristina, with an average rainfall of 36 mm.
How to Get to Pristina
Plane
When flying to Pristina, you’ll arrive at Pristina (PRN), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Pristina from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 10h 15m.
Train
The train station in Pristina is called Pristina Železnička stanica, and is located 1.0 km from the city centre.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Pristina using ALSA or Bus. From Zurich, the bus ride to Pristina takes 2728 km and will cost you around AED 419. From Basel, the ticket costs about AED 419 for a journey of 2897 km. Pristina’s bus station is located 1.8 km from the city centre.
Airports near Pristina
Airlines serving Pristina
Where to stay in Pristina
From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Garden to great affordable options like the Hotel Manami, Pristina offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 172 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 289 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Pristina
Hiring a car in Pristina
The most frequently booked car type in Pristina is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.