In this article, you will find information about what is inside Kutaisi Airport, how to get from there to Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, the current schedule of flights, and other useful details.
General Information and Useful Facts
Kutaisi Airport is also known as Kopitnari, and its full name is “David Agmashenebeli (David the Builder) Kutaisi International Airport.” It was renovated and opened in 2012.
The distance from Kopitnari to the city of Kutaisi is only 14 km, making it very quick and easy to reach from and to the airport.
The main feature of the airport is that it serves low-cost airlines, making flights less expensive. Today it’s served by Wizz Air (more than 20 routes across Europe), Pegasus, FlyArystan and Air Astana, Belavia, Azimuth and AK-Air Georgia. The list changes from season to season; current flights are on the board below. Wizz Air offers convenient and affordable flights to Europe, which I enjoy doing 3-4 times a year.
Coordinates: 5FJ8+R6H, Zeda Bashi.
Official website of Kutaisi Airport: kutaisi.aero. Information is available in English and Georgian.
Contact phones: +(995) 431-23-70-00, +(995) 431-23-70-01.
Email for Airport Kutaisi: infodesk@airports.ge.
Kutaisi Airport Online Departures and Arrivals Board
Where to Withdraw Lari and Buy a SIM Card at Kutaisi Airport
After passing passport control upon arrival, you will find currency exchange offices, ATMs, and SIM card sales.
Currency can be withdrawn in dollars and lari; they accept all cards. There is a 3 lari fee plus your bank’s commission for each card withdrawal. The exchange rate is not favorable, so withdraw only the amount needed to get to the city; you can exchange the rest upon arrival.
Buying a SIM card here isn’t good value: the airport only sells Magti tourist packages — 15 lari for 5 GB for 15 days or 30 lari for 3 GB with calls. In the city the same money gets you much more data. The airport provides free Wi-Fi, so you can order a taxi to the city and buy a SIM card there. Operators include Cellfie (cheaper but lower quality), Silknet, and Magti. Georgia cannot boast low internet prices, so be prepared for rates higher than those in your home country.
What’s Inside?
In the arrival hall, there is a shop and exchange counters. It smoothly transitions into the departure hall, where you’ll find a couple of grocery stores and Miniso (offering various home goods, toys, cosmetics, and trinkets). An pharmacy is located between the halls.
After passport control, in the waiting area, there are a couple of cafes (several unnamed ones, Subway, and Dunkin’ Donuts) where you can pass the time before your departure. Here, you’ll also find the duty-free shop with high prices; it’s unlikely that buying anything there will lead to savings.
Tip for Kutaisi Airport Departure:
Foreign passport holders are directed to a separate line in front of the main queue. There’s no need to stand in the large line, which is for Georgian citizens subject to additional police checks before departure.
Getting from Kutaisi Airport to Kutaisi City (14 km)
Taxi: Use the free Wi-Fi and order a taxi through an app — Bolt, Yandex Go or Maxim. You see the price in advance. Avoid hailing taxis at the airport — drivers usually ask for much more than the app. But you can’t always save: when a flight lands, everyone orders a taxi at once and the price in the app jumps noticeably.
Bus: The official airport shuttle runs to central Kutaisi around the clock, roughly every 2 hours, timed to flights. A ticket costs 5 lari, card payment only, paid to the driver. The shuttle stops at 9a Rustaveli Street (by the DMO Imereti building).
Minibus: The cheapest option, but they run infrequently, and you might have to wait for up to an hour with luggage in hand. Consider this option only as a last resort.
Transfer: This passenger transport is more expensive than taxis and minibuses, but you can pre-book it, and they will pick you up immediately upon arrival. No need to deal with taxi apps and currency exchange. They can drop you right at the door of your desired hotel or any other point you specify.
Rented Car: If you plan to explore the city extensively and need your own transportation, rent a car. The price depends on the car and season; more in the tips section below.
Getting from Kutaisi Airport to Tbilisi (250 km)
Taxi: Not cheap for this distance, but convenient if there are several of you. Apps (Bolt, Yandex Go, Maxim) are noticeably cheaper than haggling with drivers at the exit.
Bus: Tickets from 30 lari. Traveling on “Georgian Bus” is cheap, comfortable, and fast.
Minibus: There are no schedules or information about route numbers, so you’ll need to stop minibuses and ask which one goes to your destination. Be prepared to wait for a long time, and there’s no guarantee that the right vehicle will come by. It’s not the best option; consider it only as a last resort.
Train: From Kopitnari station near the airport. Tickets used to start at 9 lari; in 2026 they start at 15 lari. There are only 2 trains a day, and the trip takes about 3.5 hours. Train prices keep rising, so check current ones on tre.ge.
Transfer: The convenience is that you can book it in advance, and they will pick you up immediately upon arrival, eliminating the need to deal with taxi apps and currency exchange. They will deliver you right to the door of your chosen destination.
Rented Car: Handy if you’re travelling further around Georgia on your own. Details about renting are in the last section.
Getting from Kutaisi Airport to Batumi (130 km)
Taxi: Apps (Bolt, Yandex Go, Maxim) are noticeably cheaper than haggling with drivers on the spot.
Bus: A very simple and convenient option, only 25 lari with the “Georgian Bus” company.
Train: From 32 lari, about 2 hours, only 2 trains a day.
Car: Information about parking prices is in the last section.
Transfer: They’ll take you from the airport to any address you need.
Rented Car: Handy if you’re travelling further around Georgia on your own. Details about renting are in the last section.
How to get from Kutaisi to the airport
Taxi: Apps (Bolt, Yandex Go, Maxim) are noticeably cheaper than hailing a car on the street.
Bus: The official airport shuttle leaves from 9a Rustaveli Street (by the DMO Imereti building), timed to flights. A ticket costs 5 lari, card payment.
Car: Check parking costs below.
Transfer: Handy for a night departure or lots of luggage — the easiest way is to arrange it with your hotel.
How to get from Tbilisi to Kutaisi airport
Taxi: Not cheap for this distance, but apps (Bolt, Yandex Go, Maxim) are still noticeably cheaper than hailing a car on the street.
Bus: Georgian Bus and Omnibus — tickets from 30 lari, about 4 hours, timed to flights. They leave from Station Square or the Okriba and Ortachala bus stations; the exact stop is on your ticket. You can compare and buy both on tre.ge; children from 3 years old need a ticket too.
If they are full, there is Metro Georgia: its buses are not timed to flights, so leave plenty of margin. Schedule and tickets: https://metrogeorgia.ge/.
Train: From Kopitnari station near the airport. Tickets used to start at 9 lari; in 2026 they start at 15 lari. There are only 2 trains a day, and the trip takes about 3.5 hours. Train prices keep rising, so check current ones on tre.ge.
Car: Check parking prices in the tips section.
Transfer: They’ll pick you up right from your home or hotel.
How to get from Batumi to Kutaisi airport
Taxi: Apps (Bolt, Yandex Go, Maxim) are noticeably cheaper than hailing a car on the street.
Bus: Convenient option for 25 lari by “Georgian Bus.”
Train: From 32 lari, about 2 hours, only 2 trains a day.
Car: Check parking prices in the last section.
Transfer: They’ll pick you up right from your home or hotel.
Transport tips and links to/from the airport
Georgian Bus: Schedule aligned with flight arrivals, convenient, and takes you to the city center. Buy tickets on the website: georgianbus.com or at the airport’s ticket counter.
Minibus: Common stop for all cities mentioned is 200 meters from the airport, near the main road, coordinates: 5FM8+63 Zeda Bashi.
Train: Trains from Tbilisi and Batumi railway stations go to a station 1.8 km from the airport. A free airport shuttle runs between the station and the terminal. Check tickets and schedule on the official website: tre.ge. Trains run only during the day, so choose one that matches your flight.
Car: A paid parking lot with more than 300 spaces is right by the airport. It costs 2 lari per hour, or 10 lari if you leave the car for longer (from 5 hours to a day).
Transfer: If you have mobile internet, it’s easier to order a taxi through Bolt, Yandex Go or Maxim — usually cheaper than a transfer. If you land at night, travel with kids or have a lot of luggage and don’t want to deal with anything on arrival, arrange it in advance with your hotel: many hotels pick guests up at the airport.
Rental car: Localrent.com offers a more cost-effective option for renting a car directly at the airport. You see the total daily price right when booking; fuel is extra. Bring your passport and driver’s license, and a driving experience of 1 to 3 years, depending on the chosen car.
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