With 550,000 inhabitants, Pristina is the most populous city in Kosovo. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Pristina to see all of its attractions.
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.
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 Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 12h 20m.
The train station in Pristina is called Pristina Železnička stanica, and is located 1.0 km from the city centre.
You can travel by bus to Pristina using Bus or ALSA. From Belgrade, the bus ride to Pristina takes 628 km and will cost you around €17. From Istanbul, the ticket costs about €83 for a journey of 1545 km. Pristina’s bus station is located 1.8 km from the city centre.
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 €43 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €73 and up for a 5-star experience.
The most frequently booked car type in Pristina is Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Rio or similar) is, on average, 75% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.