Dubrovnik Airport
to Budva DBV

Along the Adriatic coast into Montenegro. Budva's walled Old Town and beaches await at the end of a scenic coastal drive.

105 km

Distance

2h 15m

Drive Time

€120

Sedan

60 min

Free Waiting

Airport Details

Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)

Your arrival at DBV and the transfer to Budva.

Airport Facts DBV

LocationČilipi, 22 km south of Old Town

TerminalSingle terminal, modern

Baggage15–25 min after landing

Your Transfer

Meeting pointArrivals exit, name sign

Free waiting60 minutes from landing

Flight trackingAutomatic, real-time

Border crossingCroatia → Montenegro

Optional stopsHerceg Novi, Perast

Your Journey

DBV to Budva, step by step

Terminal B arrivals, ground floor. Walk through passport control and baggage claim, then exit through the automatic doors. Your driver waits just outside the arrivals exit holding a sign with your name.

The terminal is compact—expect 20–30 minutes from landing to the arrivals exit in summer, faster off-season.

Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)

Čilipi · Ground floor arrivals

Your driver meets you outside the arrivals exit. The road heads south along the Croatian coast towards Montenegro.

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Border crossing

Croatia → Montenegro

Debeli Brijeg/Konfin · 5–30 min

Stay in the car with passport ready. Your driver handles documents. Usually quick off-season; summer weekends can be 20–30 minutes.

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Optional stop

Bay of Kotor

Optional stop · Perast or Kotor

The road skirts the inner bay with views across to Perast and the mountains. Ask for a quick stop if you want photos or coffee.

Budva

Old Town gates or hotel

Dropped at your accommodation in Budva Old Town, Bečići, or Sveti Stefan area.

Pricing

DBV → Budva prices

Per vehicle, not per person. Includes flight tracking, meet & greet, 60 min waiting, tolls, and fuel.

Sedan

€120

1–3 passengers

Live flight tracking
Name sign at arrivals
60 min free waiting
2 large + 2 small bags
Border crossing handled
Free cancellation 24h

Minivan

€145

4–7 passengers

Live flight tracking
Name sign at arrivals
60 min free waiting
6 large + 4 small bags
Border crossing handled
Free cancellation 24h

All Inclusive

What’s included in your airport transfer

Flight tracking

We monitor your flight in real time—delays are no problem

Meet & greet

Driver waits at arrivals with your name sign

60 min free wait

No rush—collect bags, buy a SIM, grab a coffee

Border handled

Driver manages all paperwork at crossings

Already in Dubrovnik?

If you’re staying in Dubrovnik and need a city-to-city transfer to Budva (not from the airport), check our Dubrovnik to Budva route page.

Dubrovnik → Budva →

FAQ

DBV to Budva questions

Is there a border crossing on this route?

Yes, one—Croatia to Montenegro at Debeli Brijeg/Konfin. Your driver handles everything. In peak summer it can take 15–30 minutes; off-season it’s usually 5 minutes.

Can we stop in Kotor on the way?

Yes. A 20–30 minute stop in Kotor or Perast is popular. Just let us know when booking and the driver will plan the route accordingly.

How long does the drive take?

About 2 hours 15 minutes without stops. The border crossing adds 5–30 minutes depending on the season.

Which beaches are near Budva?

Mogren Beach and Bečići are walking distance from the Old Town. Sveti Stefan beach is a 15-minute drive south—your driver can drop you there instead.

What currency do I need in Montenegro?

Montenegro uses the Euro, same as Croatia. No need to exchange money.

Reviews

What travellers say

Google

★★★★★

“Beautiful coastal drive. The border took about 10 minutes, driver handled our passports. Bay of Kotor views were incredible. Dropped right at our Budva Old Town hotel.”

Markus W.

DBV → Budva

TripAdvisor

★★★★★

“We asked the driver to stop briefly in Perast on the way—such a photogenic little town. Then on to Budva in time for a sunset swim. Great service.”

Claire & Tom D.

DBV → Budva

Google

★★★★★

“Arrived late at night but the driver was there with a smile. Smooth border crossing even at 11pm. At our Budva hotel in exactly the estimated time.”

Petra S.

DBV → Budva

Dubrovnik Airport
to Budva DBV