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Tbilisi International Airport

Tbilisi, Georgia

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Tbilisi International Airport

Tbilisi, Georgia
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Georgia's primary international gateway in the Caucasus region.

Opened
1936
Location
Tbilisi, Georgia
Tbilisi International Airport, officially known as Tbilisi International Airport (formerly Novo-Alexeyevka Airport), serves as the main air hub for the country of Georgia and its capital city. It is operated by TAV Airports, a Turkish airport management company, under a long-term concession agreement. The airport underwent significant modernization and expansion in the 2000s, including the construction of a new terminal building that opened in 2007, greatly improving passenger capacity and services. It handles the majority of Georgia's international air traffic. Located approximately 18 kilometers east of Tbilisi city center, the airport connects Georgia to destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, serving as a key transit point in the broader Caucasus region.
Terminals
The airport operates a single main international terminal alongside a smaller domestic terminal, together accommodating several million passengers annually.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include a direct train service linking the airport to Tbilisi Central Station, as well as taxis and minibuses serving the city center.
Airlines here
Major carriers operating at TBS include Georgian Airways (the national carrier), Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, FlyDubai, Pegasus Airlines, and LOT Polish Airlines, among others.
Notable facts
  • Operated under a long-term concession by TAV Airports since 2005.
  • A new passenger terminal opened in 2007 as part of a major modernization project.
  • The airport is named Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport after the medieval Georgian poet.
  • Situated at an elevation of approximately 495 meters (1,624 feet) above sea level.
  • Handles over 3 million passengers per year in recent pre-pandemic figures.
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Gateway to the Caucasus where ancient Georgia meets the modern world

Tbilisi International Airport, officially named Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport, serves as the primary aviation hub of Georgia, handling the vast majority of the country's international passenger traffic. Situated approximately 18 kilometres east of the Georgian capital, the airport has undergone significant modernisation since the early 2000s, reflecting Georgia's growing role as a regional transit and tourism destination. Its strategic location between Europe and Asia makes it a natural stopover point for travellers crossing the Caucasus.

Terminals
  • Terminal 1 (International Terminal) — The main passenger facility handling all international arrivals and departures, featuring duty-free retail, dining outlets, and modern check-in infrastructure.
  • Terminal 2 (Domestic Terminal) — A smaller facility adjacent to Terminal 1 serving limited domestic routes within Georgia.
Ground Transport
  • Express Train: Direct rail link from the airport station to Tbilisi Central Station (Didube) running regularly throughout the day
  • City Bus: Public bus route 37 connects the airport to central Tbilisi at low cost
  • Taxi: Licensed metered taxis and ride-hailing apps (Bolt, Yandex Go) available outside arrivals
  • Car Rental: Major international desks including Hertz, Sixt, and local operators in the arrivals hall
  • Minibus (Marshrutka): Shared minibuses operating on fixed routes to various city districts
Nearby Hotels
  • Courtyard by Marriott Tbilisi
  • Holiday Inn Tbilisi
  • Mercure Tbilisi Old Town
  • Best Western Tbilisi Art Hotel
  • Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel Tbilisi
Dining

Inside the airport, travellers will find a modest selection of cafes, fast-food outlets, and a few Georgian cuisine options in both the pre- and post-security areas, though choices are limited compared to larger hubs. The duty-free zone offers wine and spirits, as Georgian wine is a notable local export worth exploring before departure. For a broader dining experience, the restaurants and traditional Georgian taverns of central Tbilisi are only 30–40 minutes away.

Traveller Tips
  • The airport express train is the fastest and cheapest way into the city centre; purchase a Metromoney card for seamless use on rail and metro.
  • Georgian Lari (GEL) is the local currency; exchange desks are available in arrivals but rates may be better at city-centre exchange offices.
  • Arriving passengers should verify visa requirements in advance, as Georgia offers visa-free entry to many nationalities but rules vary by passport.
  • Allow extra time during peak summer tourist season, as queues at passport control can be lengthy on busy international arrival banks.
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Route map (24 destinations)

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Routes

TBS → TLV6H · 320
TBS → ATHA3 · 320
TBS → AMSA9 · 735
TBS → BUSA9 · CRJ
TBS → CDGA9 · 735
TBS → RIXA9 · 733
TBS → TLVA9 · 737
TBS → VIEA9 · 735
TBS → VKOA9 · 737
TBS → CDGAF · 735
TBS → FCOAZ · E90
TBS → MSQB2 · 735
TBS → RIXBT · 73C 735
TBS → URCCZ · 73G
TBS → SCODV · CRJ
TBS → DXBFZ · 73H
TBS → TLVIZ · E95
TBS → GYDJ2 · E70 E90
TBS → ALAKC · E90
TBS → ISTKK · 320
TBS → AMSKL · 737
TBS → KBPKL · 73G
TBS → MUCLH · 319
TBS → WAWLO · E95
TBS → VIEOS · 735
TBS → SAWPC · 738
TBS → KBPPS · 73R 735 73G 734
TBS → GYDQR · 320
TBS → DMES7 · 320
TBS → ISTTK · 319 73W 738 320
TBS → SAWTK · 738
TBS → BGWUY · M83
TBS → EBLUY · M83
TBS → DNKZ6 · ER4
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Shota Rustaveli Tbilisi International Airport is the busiest international airport in Georgia, located 17 km (11 mi) southeast of capital Tbilisi. The airport handled 4.75 million passengers in 2024. The airport is operated by TAV Airports Holding, making it a part of Groupe ADP.

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