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About Kutaisi Intl. Airport

Kutaisi International Airport (KUT), officially David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport, is located in Georgia's Imereti region, in the Samtredia district near Kopitnari, about 14 km from Kutaisi city center. Rebuilt and opened to civil air traffic in 2012, the airport is operated by United Airports of Georgia and serves as a key low-cost and regional gateway for western Georgia.

The airport has a single modern terminal handling both domestic flights and international flights, with separate passenger processing areas for departures and arrivals. Following its expansion, the terminal can handle around 2.5 million passengers per year and offers check-in desks, border control, baggage services, parking, shops, food outlets and ground transport links. Traffic is typically stronger in the summer and holiday periods, when leisure travel and visiting-friends-and-relatives demand increase.

Kutaisi is mainly served by Wizz Air, with additional scheduled or seasonal services from carriers such as Pegasus Airlines, FlyArystan, Belavia, Azimuth and others depending on the season. Popular direct destinations include Athens, Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, Budapest, Dortmund, Larnaca, Madrid, Milan, Paris, Prague, Warsaw, Vilnius, Istanbul, Almaty and Astana, while limited domestic connections may operate seasonally. Demand for flight tickets is driven by affordable international flights, tourism to Georgia and outbound travel from the wider Imereti and western Georgia catchment area.

Kutaisi Intl. Airport to Kutaisi City Center Transport

Transport from Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) to Kutaisi city center is available by airport bus, regular shuttle, taxi, rental car, or pre-booked private transfer. The airport is outside the city, so most trips to central Kutaisi take about 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic, stops, and the chosen transport option.

Bus

Municipal airport buses connect Kutaisi International Airport with the city center, usually departing from the arrivals-area stop outside the terminal. This is one of the most affordable ways to travel from Kutaisi Airport to central Kutaisi, with an average journey time of about 35 to 40 minutes.

• Kutaisi Airport to Kutaisi Tourism Center
• Kutaisi Airport to central city bus stops near the Green Bazaar and Red Bridge area
• Kutaisi city center to Kutaisi Airport on the return route

Airport Shuttle (Havas/Havabus)

Regular airport shuttle services, including Havas/Havabus-style airport coaches or local shuttle operators, run between Kutaisi Airport and key city stops. These shuttles are useful for passengers with luggage and often align with flight arrivals and departures. The average travel time to the city center is about 35 to 40 minutes.

• Airport arrivals hall shuttle stop
• Kutaisi Tourism Center
• Central Kutaisi stops near main hotels and tourist areas

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 at Kutaisi International Airport and are the fastest flexible option for reaching hotels, apartments, or guesthouses in Kutaisi city center. The average taxi ride takes about 25 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic and the exact destination.

• Official airport taxi from the terminal taxi area
• App-based taxi to a hotel in central Kutaisi
• Direct taxi to Kutaisi Old Town, Colchis Fountain, or the Green Bazaar area

Car Rental

Car rental is available at Kutaisi Airport through rental offices and desks in or near the terminal. After completing the paperwork, travelers usually pick up the vehicle at the terminal exit or airport parking area. Driving to Kutaisi city center typically takes about 25 to 30 minutes.

• Airport car rental desk pickup
• Terminal-exit vehicle collection
• Self-drive route from Kutaisi Airport to central Kutaisi hotels

Transfer

A private airport transfer is a convenient door-to-door option from Kutaisi International Airport to Kutaisi city center, especially for late arrivals, families, groups, or travelers carrying bulky luggage. Booking in advance is recommended so the driver can meet you at arrivals and track your flight. The average transfer time is about 25 to 30 minutes.

• Private sedan transfer to a Kutaisi hotel
• Minivan transfer for families or groups
• Meet-and-greet airport transfer with direct drop-off at your accommodation