Arriving at Portorož Airport (POW)? WelcomeTaxi provides pre-booked airport transfers and private transfers between the airport, Portorož, Piran and destinations across the Slovenian coast. Travel directly to your hotel, marina, residence or resort with a professional English-speaking driver.
Our chauffeur service is also available for leisure travel, business trips and tailored regional journeys. From Portorož and Piran to Koper, Izola, Trieste and destinations farther across Slovenia and Istria, private long-distance transfers provide comfortable door-to-door transportation for passengers arriving by private, charter or general aviation flight.
How It Works
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Choose the route and a vehicle |
| Select service type you need, choose the route (or hourly hire duration), indicate number of passengers and luggage, as well as other necessary details if needed. See the price for different vehicle classes, choose one suitable for you and press Next. |
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Choose the payment method |
| Complete the booking form, choose the payment method, press Make Booking button, make online prepayment (if needed) and get email confirmation. When a driver will be assigned to your job, his phone number will be emailed to you. |
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The driver meets you with a name tag |
| Your driver will meet you on-site with a name tag at the right time. He will walk you to the car and safely drive you to your destination. At the end of your ride, if needed, you will pay in cash or by card-to-card transfer to your driver. |
Our Benefits
English-speaking drivers
Always available — friendly, professional, and communicative.
Fixed prices — no surprises
Know your fare in advance, with no hidden fees.
Meet & greet included
Your driver will wait at arrivals with a name tag.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should I book a ride?
We recommend booking your transfer or hourly hire service at least 72 hours in advance. If you don’t have that much time, you can request an urgent transfer — we’ll let you know as soon as possible whether we can confirm it.
What pick-up time should I specify for the transfer?
If your transfer starts from an airport or railway station, please specify your flight or train arrival time as the start of your transfer. This helps the driver organize the meeting more accurately.
If your transfer starts from a hotel to an airport, please indicate the time you wish to be picked up at reception. You’ll need to calculate it yourself, allowing extra time for check-in. We recommend adding about 3 hours before your flight’s departure. For example, if your flight leaves at 14:00 and the trip takes 1 hour, your pick-up time should be 10:00.
How do I know if my order has been accepted?
After submitting your booking, you’ll receive an email with all trip details and your order status as “Waiting”. Once we receive and confirm your payment, the status will change to “Accepted”, and you’ll receive another email confirmation.
If you don’t receive the confirmation email, please contact our support team at office@welcome.taxi.
How do I change my booking?
To make changes to your booking, please contact our support team at office@welcome.taxi.
Important note: Requests for changes made less than 72 hours before your trip may be declined.
How can I cancel my booking?
You can cancel your booking in two ways:
- Via the booking page on our website — use the cancellation number provided in your booking voucher, at least 72 hours before the trip.
- By contacting our support team if it’s less than 72 hours before your ride.
Important note: In case of urgent cancellation, we may not be able to refund your deposit. The free cancellation period is stated in your confirmation email.
What should I do if my flight is delayed?
If your flight is delayed by less than 30 minutes, the driver will adjust their arrival time automatically.
If the delay is longer, please inform the driver directly (their phone number is in your confirmation voucher) or contact WelcomeTaxi Customer Support at office@welcome.taxi. Please include your order number and the new arrival time.
Important note: The driver may charge an additional fee for extended waiting time.
How will I find my driver?
For airport transfers, if you’ve added the meet-and-greet option to your order, the driver will meet you in the arrivals area — right after passport control and baggage claim. You’ll see a name sign with your first and last names (or custom text, if specified in your booking).
Important note: We strongly recommend adding the meet-and-greet option to your airport transfer booking.
For hotel pickups, the driver will wait for you in the hotel lobby. Detailed meeting instructions and your driver’s contact number are provided in your booking confirmation voucher.
How can I be sure that my driver will pick me up?
WelcomeTaxi guarantees that your driver will do their best to meet you on time.
Both you and the driver will have each other’s phone or WhatsApp number. Please keep your mobile phone switched on at the time of pickup. If you can’t reach the driver, contact our support team immediately.
I can’t find my driver. What should I do?
If you can’t find your driver, please double-check the name signs again — the driver may have missed you in the crowd.
Try calling or messaging the driver via WhatsApp. If there’s no response within the meeting time, contact our support team.
If necessary, go to the airport’s Information Desk to arrange a local taxi to your destination.
Important note: If the driver fails to meet you, we will refund your payment.
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Airport Transfers and Chauffeur Service from Portorož Airport
Portorož Airport (POW) is a small international airport serving Portorož, Piran and the Slovenian coast. Located near Sečovlje, only a few kilometres from Portorož and close to the Slovenian-Croatian border, the airport is primarily used for general aviation, private aircraft, business flights and occasional charter operations rather than a large scheduled passenger network.
WelcomeTaxi provides pre-booked private airport transfers from Portorož Airport to hotels, resorts, marinas, residences and regional destinations. Passengers arriving by private or charter aircraft can organise their ground transportation in advance and continue directly from the airport with a professional English-speaking driver.
Private transfers are particularly appropriate for an airport of this type, where passengers often value direct transportation, flexible schedules and personalised service. Chauffeur and long-distance transfers can also be arranged for journeys throughout coastal Slovenia and neighbouring parts of Italy and Croatia.
Getting from Portorož Airport to Portorož and Piran
Portorož Airport is located around six kilometres from Portorož and only a short road journey from both Portorož and Piran. Ground transportation options include airport-arranged shuttle services, local taxis, rental cars and pre-booked private transfers.
The airport itself can arrange transportation for arriving passengers and crew, while local taxis provide another option for short journeys. A pre-booked private transfer is convenient when passengers want the vehicle and destination confirmed before their flight.
Airport Shuttle and Local Taxi Services
Portorož Airport offers transfer arrangements for passengers and aircraft crews, including shuttle transportation. Local taxi services can also provide journeys to Portorož, Piran and neighbouring towns.
These options work well for short local journeys. For passengers travelling farther across Slovenia, Istria or northern Italy, a private long-distance transfer can provide continuous door-to-door transportation without changing vehicles.
Rental Cars
Rental and car-sharing services are available for travellers who want to explore the Slovenian coast independently. Driving can be practical for longer stays involving several coastal towns or countryside destinations.
For passengers arriving by private or business aircraft who prefer not to drive, chauffeur service provides a more convenient alternative without rental formalities, navigation or parking.
Why Pre-Book a Private Transfer from POW?
Pre-booking allows the ground journey to be coordinated with the planned aircraft arrival. The destination, passenger number, luggage requirements and vehicle type can all be specified before departure.
This is especially useful at Portorož Airport because many arriving passengers travel directly to hotels, marinas, villas or resorts rather than to a single city-centre transport hub.
Families and groups can reserve a vehicle with sufficient seating and luggage capacity, while business and private aviation passengers can arrange direct transportation according to their itinerary.
For international visitors, travelling with an English-speaking driver can also make communication easier during the airport pickup and onward journey.
Transfers from Portorož Airport to Portorož
Portorož is the principal resort destination served by POW and lies only a few kilometres from the airport. The town is known for waterfront hotels, spas, restaurants, casinos, beaches and its marina.
A private airport transfer provides direct transportation to a hotel, apartment, marina or private residence and normally involves only a short road journey.
Transfers from Portorož Airport to Piran
Piran is one of Slovenia's best-known coastal destinations and lies immediately north of Portorož. Its historic centre, Venetian architecture, waterfront restaurants and compact old town make it a major visitor destination.
Vehicle access within parts of historic Piran is restricted, so private transfers take passengers to the nearest practical authorised drop-off point or their accommodation where direct access is possible.
Transfers to Koper
Koper is the largest city on the Slovenian coast and an important business, port and cruise destination. It lies north-east of Portorož and can be reached conveniently by road.
Private transfers from POW can provide direct transportation to hotels, offices, residences, the port area and cruise-related destinations without requiring passengers to arrange separate local transport.
Transfers to Izola
Izola is another attractive coastal town between Portorož and Koper. It combines a historic centre, marina, beaches and holiday accommodation along the Adriatic coast.
A pre-booked transfer provides direct transportation from Portorož Airport to hotels, apartments and marina facilities in Izola.
Chauffeur Service on the Slovenian Coast
WelcomeTaxi chauffeur service can be arranged for business travel, sightseeing, events and personalised itineraries throughout coastal Slovenia.
Portorož, Piran, Izola and Koper are located relatively close to one another, making chauffeur service useful for journeys involving several destinations during the same day.
A private vehicle with driver can also be arranged for marina visits, business appointments, restaurant reservations, conferences or personalised touring around the Slovenian coast and nearby Karst region.
Business and Private Aviation Transfers
Portorož Airport is primarily a general aviation airport and regularly serves private aircraft, business flights, turboprops and smaller jets. This makes personalised ground transportation especially relevant.
A chauffeur can meet passengers after arrival and provide direct transportation to hotels, offices, marinas, meetings or neighbouring cities. Transportation can also be arranged for aircraft crews requiring accommodation or travel between the airport and nearby towns.
Transfers from Portorož Airport to Trieste
Trieste in Italy is geographically close to the Slovenian coast and is a realistic international transfer destination from POW. The airport itself describes Trieste as roughly 20 kilometres away, while central Trieste can be reached comfortably by road.
A private transfer allows passengers to travel directly between Portorož Airport and a hotel, residence, business address or port location in Trieste. As this is an international journey within the Schengen Area, passengers should still carry the appropriate travel documents.
Transfers to Croatian Istria
Portorož Airport is situated very close to the Croatian border, making it a convenient arrival point for parts of northern Istria as well as the Slovenian coast.
Private transfers can be arranged to destinations such as Umag and other nearby Croatian resorts. Portorož Airport itself places Umag approximately 15 kilometres away.
For longer journeys farther into Istria, private road transportation provides a direct alternative to combining several local bus or taxi services.
Regional and Long-Distance Transfers
Private long-distance transfers can be arranged from POW to destinations elsewhere in Slovenia as well as neighbouring Italy and Croatia.
Ljubljana, the Slovenian capital, is a realistic longer-distance journey for travellers who prefer direct private transportation. Transfers can also be arranged to other cities, hotels and regional destinations according to the required itinerary.
For journeys involving several stops, chauffeur service can provide a single vehicle for the complete programme rather than requiring separate transportation for each stage.
Portorož Airport and Alternative Airports
Portorož Airport is extremely convenient for the Slovenian coast but has a very different role from larger scheduled commercial airports. It mainly serves general aviation and private flights, so many visitors to Portorož and Piran arrive through airports elsewhere in the region.
Trieste Airport in Italy is the closest major scheduled airport, while Pula Airport in Croatia is also geographically close. Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport is Slovenia's principal scheduled international airport and offers a broader range of air connections.
These airports are therefore genuine alternatives for travellers whose final destination is Portorož, Piran or the wider Slovenian coast.
Useful Information for Arriving Passengers
Portorož Airport uses the IATA code POW and ICAO code LJPZ. It is located at Sečovlje near the Slovenian-Croatian border, approximately six kilometres from Portorož.
The airport describes itself as Slovenia's premier general aviation airport. Its operations primarily involve single-engine and twin-engine aircraft, turboprops, private flights and smaller business aircraft, with occasional larger aircraft also accommodated.
The airport offers passenger and crew transfer arrangements, an airport shuttle, local transport options and rental services. Because operations and opening hours differ from those of large commercial airports, travellers arriving by private aircraft should coordinate their ground transportation according to their planned arrival time.
With airport transfers, chauffeur service and long-distance private transportation available from Portorož Airport, passengers can continue directly to Portorož, Piran, Koper, Izola, Trieste, Croatian Istria or destinations farther across the region.