Arrival by Plane
Flight Connections
The Islam Karimov International Airport Tashkent (TAS) is the gateway to Uzbekistan. Direct connections from the German-speaking area:
- Uzbekistan Airways: Direct flights from Frankfurt (5.5h). The national airline has made great strides in recent years — modern Boeing 787 Dreamliners, acceptable service. Prices: 250–500€ return.
- Turkish Airlines: Via Istanbul to Tashkent (with a stopover, approx. 8–10h total). Often the cheapest option (from 200€ return). Excellent service.
- Aeroflot / S7: Via Moscow. Cheap, but longer travel time and a Russian transit visa may be required.
- Wizz Air: Cheap connections from various European cities, sometimes from 100€ one-way. Seasonal.
Airports in Uzbekistan: Besides Tashkent, Samarkand (SKD), Bukhara (BHK), and Urgench/Khiva (UGC) also have airports with national connections. International direct flights to Samarkand are increasing.
From the Airport to the City Center
Tashkent Airport is only 12 km south of the center. Transfer:
- Yandex Go / MyTaxi: Via app, 3–5€, 20–30 minutes. The best option.
- Bus 77: Airport express, 0.15€. Stops at the Minor metro station.
- Official airport taxis: Book at the counter in the arrivals hall, fixed price 5–8€.
Achtung
Don't get caught by unofficial taxi drivers in the arrivals hall — they charge 3–5 times the normal price. Install the Yandex Go app on your smartphone before the trip. This way, you pay the fair price.
