How do you get from Batumi Airport to the city centre?
Taxi, city bus and travel time.
Short answer
Batumi Airport is just a few kilometres south of the centre; a taxi takes 10-15 minutes and usually costs 15-20 GEL by app. The city bus from the airport to the centre is cheaper, paid with a transport or bank card. If you land at night, a taxi or hotel transfer is easier.
Why
- Taxi drivers at the terminal often charge more than the apps.
- Check the bus number and timetable at the airport stop.
- The airport is close to Gonio and the Turkish border.
Details
You need mobile data for taxi apps, and you can buy a SIM at the airport. Save your address in Latin letters to help the driver.
Tip
Pay on the bus by transport or bank card, as cash may not be accepted.
What may differ
At night buses are less frequent and taxis cost more.
People also ask
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Sources
- Batumi International AirportChecked at:
Timetables and prices change, so check with the carrier before you travel.
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