Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Tbilisi
Bus 337 runs from the airport to the city centre for about 1 GEL. A taxi or Bolt takes about 25–35 minutes to the Old Town.
Many low-cost flights use Kutaisi (KUT), about 230 km west of Tbilisi.
Best for most people: Ride-hailing. Bolt is cheap and takes you to the door, which helps since many flights land at night.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ride-hailing Bolt or Yandex Go from the pickup area | about 25–35 min | about 20–35 GEL | 24 h | Fixed price shown in the app before you book. | |
| bus City bus 337 from outside the terminal to the centre (Rustaveli/Freedom Square area) and the central railway station | about 40–50 min | about every 20–30 min | about 1 GEL | about 07:00–23:00 | Pay with a contactless bank card or Metromoney card on board. |
| taxi Official taxi rank outside Arrivals | about 25–35 min | about 30–50 GEL | 24 h | Agree the fare before you go; taxis are often not metered. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Other airports
- Kutaisi International Airport — KUT — Airport buses to Tbilisi take about 4 hours (about 25–35 GEL); taxis or shared transfers are faster but cost more.
Tips
- Many flights land between 02:00 and 05:00; bus 337 does not run then.
- Agree taxi fares in advance or use an app to avoid overcharging.
- Get a local SIM or eSIM at the airport for Bolt.
- Old Town streets are steep and cobbled; ask to be dropped close to your accommodation.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Tbilisi airport?
Official taxis charge about 30–50 GEL to the centre, while Bolt or Yandex Go usually cost about 20–35 GEL. Agree the price before getting into a regular taxi. The ride takes about 25–35 minutes, quicker at night.
Is there a bus from the airport?
Yes, bus 337 runs to the centre and the central railway station for about 1 GEL. It runs roughly from early morning to late evening, not during the early-morning hours when many flights land. Pay with a contactless card on board.
I land at 3 am — what should I do?
Use Bolt or an official taxi from the rank, or ask your hotel to arrange a pickup. Public buses do not run overnight. Tbilisi is generally safe, but going straight to your accommodation by car is the easiest option.
Can I pay by card?
Yes for the bus — contactless bank cards work on city transport. Bolt can charge your card in the app. Regular taxis often prefer cash in lari. ATMs and exchange desks are in the arrivals hall.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.