Kutaisi International Airport: practical guide for travellers

Kutaisi David the Builder International Airport (IATA code: KUT) has become in recent years the main option for travellers arriving in Georgia on low-cost airlines. Located 14 km west of Kutaisi, it is Georgia's second busiest airport by passenger volume.

aeropuerto moderno — terminal de llegadas internacional
Kutaisi Airport connects western Georgia with European destinations

Importance of Kutaisi Airport for regional connectivity

KUT is operated mainly by Wizz Air, which offers routes from cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, Vienna, Warsaw and Budapest. It is the cheapest way to reach the Imereti region and the Black Sea coast. From here it is easy to access Batumi (150 km), Chalaadi Glacier in Svaneti or Prometheus Cave.

Airport services and facilities

Despite its modest size, the airport offers:

  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal
  • Currency exchange and ATMs (GEL)
  • Cafeteria and souvenir shops
  • Car rental (Hertz, Europcar and local operators)
  • Left-luggage storage

How to get from the airport to central Kutaisi

There are three main options:

  • Shuttle bus: departs in coordination with each flight, reaches Kutaisi central station in 30–40 min. Price: ~3 GEL (€1)
  • Taxi: around 25–35 GEL to the centre (€7–10). Use Yandex Go or Bolt to avoid inflated prices
  • Rental car: the best option if you plan to explore the Imereti or Svaneti region
autobús de aeropuerto — transporte público Georgia
The shuttle bus service connects the airport with central Kutaisi

Airport development and expansion

The Georgian government has invested in expanding KUT's capacity to exceed one million passengers per year. The opening of new routes from western Europe is making it a steadily growing low-cost hub.

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Kutaisi Airport?

The main operator is Wizz Air with flights from multiple European cities. Other charter airlines also operate occasionally. For flights from the UK or Ireland, check Wizz Air for the most direct routes.

Is there night transport from Kutaisi Airport?

The shuttle bus only operates in coordination with flights, so it runs at any hour when a flight arrives. Taxis are available 24 hours. It is recommended to agree the price before getting in, or to use an app such as Bolt.

Can I travel from Kutaisi to Tbilisi the same day?

Yes. There are frequent marshrutkas (minibuses) from Kutaisi central station to Tbilisi that take about 4 hours and cost around 10 GEL. There are also daily trains with roughly the same journey time.