All Low-Cost Flights from Podgorica and Tivat in 2026

A Practical Guide for Tourists and Digital Nomads

In 2026, Montenegro enters the year with its most developed low-cost flight network to date, making the country more accessible than ever for short-term visitors, long-stay tourists, and digital nomads looking for a flexible and affordable European base.

The country's two main airports now have clearly defined roles:

• Podgorica Airport – a year-round, functional airport focused on affordability and work-related travel
• Tivat Airport – a seasonal airport oriented toward premium tourism and Western European markets

This distinction is especially important for digital nomads who choose where to live, not just where to vacation. 

Podgorica – The Ideal Entry Point for Digital Nomads

In 2026, Podgorica has firmly positioned itself as Montenegro's main low-cost hub, with direct connections to many European cities that already serve as major nomad and business travel routes.

• Affordable flights throughout the year
• Stable routes outside the summer season
• Good connections to northern and central Montenegro
• Lower cost of living compared to the coast

• Wizz Air – extensive coverage across Central, Eastern, and Southern Europe
• Ryanair – strong presence with routes to Poland, Germany, Belgium, and the UK
• Pegasus Airlines – direct connections to Turkey (Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir)
• Transavia France & FlyOne Armenia – serving specific niche markets

Cities such as Warsaw, Kraków, Katowice, Vilnius, Gdańsk, Hamburg, Cologne, and Milan (Bergamo and Malpensa) are not luxury tourist routes — they are "working routes" with steady demand, frequent flights, and reliable year-round occupancy.

👉 For digital nomads, this means:

• Easy arrivals and departures
• Simple combination of life in Montenegro with EU-based projects
• Fewer seasonal price spikes

Podgorica is therefore an excellent base for longer stays, workations, and slow travel. 

Tivat – Seasonal Appeal with Higher Average Spend

Unlike Podgorica, Tivat operates with fewer but more selectively chosen low-cost routes, focusing on Western Europe and higher-spending travelers.

• easyJet – London (Luton), Manchester, Bristol, Berlin, Geneva
• Jet2.com – Manchester, Birmingham, London Stansted
• Eurowings – Düsseldorf, Berlin, Stuttgart
• Norwegian – Scandinavia and the Baltic region
• Vueling – Barcelona
• Transavia France – Paris Orly
• FlyDubai, Jazeera Airways, Israir – Middle East and Israel

What This Means for Nomads and Tourists

• Higher average ticket prices during peak season
• Strong connectivity with Western European cities
• A focus on shorter stays, premium accommodation, and higher daily spending

Although these are technically low-cost carriers, average ticket prices and per-visitor spending in Tivat are significantly higher than in Podgorica.

Tivat is best suited for:

• Seasonal stays
• Nomads who prefer coastal living and resort-style infrastructure
• Short "work & relax" periods

This low-cost route structure highlights three key developments:

1. Podgorica and Tivat now have clearly differentiated roles
2. Low-cost aviation has become a strategic development tool, not just a cheap ticket
3. Montenegro is strengthening ties with EU and UK markets, while the Middle East remains a selective addition

If this trend continues, Montenegro can realistically expect:

• Stronger winter traffic and longer nomad stays in Podgorica
• More stable and higher-quality tourism revenue in Tivat
• Increased pressure on infrastructure — but also stronger fiscal impact

This is the most mature low-cost flight network Montenegro has ever had.

• Podgorica gains flexibility, scale, and year-round accessibility
• Tivat maintains exclusivity and a strong seasonal identity

For tourists and digital nomads alike, this translates into more choice, easier planning, and more realistic pricing.

If supported by smart infrastructure planning, coworking development, accommodation supply, and balanced pricing policies, 2026 could become a turning point for Montenegro's accessibility and digital nomad potential.