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 the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Pristina has to offer.
When to visit Pristina
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pristina in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 2.7″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Pristina, with an average rainfall of 1.4″.
How to Get to Pristina
Plane
When flying to Pristina, you’ll arrive at Pristina (PRN), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Pristina from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 05m.
Train
The train station in Pristina is called Pristina Železnička stanica, and is located 0.6 miles from the city center.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Pristina using Bus or ALSA. From Istanbul, the bus ride to Pristina takes 960 miles and will cost you around $88. From Zurich, the ticket costs about $193 for a journey of 1695 miles. Pristina’s bus station is located 1.1 miles from the city center.
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 $47 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $75 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Pristina
Most booked hotels in Pristina
Renting a car in Pristina
Renting a car in Pristina costs $31 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Pristina.
The most frequently booked car type in Pristina is Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.