Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช Tbilisi, Georgia

โšก Connection Time Dashboard

Domestic to Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic to International
90
minutes
Intl to International
120
minutes
Interline Transfer
120
minutes

๐Ÿข Terminal Guide & Navigation

Two connected terminals: Departures and Arrivals (opened 2017) linked by covered walkway. Operated by TAV Airports/Groupe ADP. Primeclass Lounge with food, beverages, WiFi, showers. Free WiFi networks: 'Tbilisi Loves You' and 'Airport Free Wi-Fi'.

Six dining options, four 24-hour (Wendy's, Illy Cafe, Dunkin Donuts, Brewmark). Duty-free shops with Georgian wine, crafts, perfumes. Luggage storage (10-20 GEL/day). Medical facilities, banks, currency exchange.

Disabled assistance available. 4.75 million passengers (2024). $150M expansion planned (2025) for terminal, infrastructure, capacity upgrades after 29% traffic increase.

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Airlines Serving TBS

Turkish Airlines
Georgian Airways
Qatar Airways

๐Ÿ’ก Connection Tips

Late-night arrivals create immigration crowds - allow buffer time and pre-fill entry forms. TAV's professional management ensures efficient passenger flow and European-standard service quality. Use official taxi booth to avoid price haggling. Terminals connected by covered walkway. Georgian wine and traditional crafts available in duty-free shops showcase local culture to international visitors. Caucasus mountain weather creates sudden changes requiring flexible flight schedules, particularly during winter storms and spring thunderstorms. The facility serves as a crucial hub connecting Europe, Asia, and the Middle East through strategic airline partnerships.

TAV operation ensures efficient passenger flow between departure and arrival terminals. Business class passengers receive priority check-in, security clearance, and dedicated boarding areas. Medical point with qualified doctors available. Business class passengers on Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways get lounge access. Cultural amenities include Georgian Orthodox prayer areas and traditional music in public spaces. Emergency services maintain 24-hour medical facilities with multilingual staff for international passengers.

Ground transportation includes metro connections via Didube station, express buses, and regulated taxi services with fixed pricing. Immigration processing maintains efficiency during peak travel periods with automated passport control systems for expedited clearance. The facility coordinates closely with regional airports throughout the Caucasus region including Batumi, Kutaisi, and international connections to Armenia and Azerbaijan. Power outlets available in limited locations. No public showers except in Primeclass Lounge. The airport's expansion plans will add jet bridges, additional gates, and enhanced cargo facilities by 2026.

๐ŸŽฏ Expert Travel Tips & Insights

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Pro Traveler Secrets

โ€ข Tbilisi's late-night arrivals crowd immigration at this airport.

โ€ข Pre-fill entry forms and use the official taxi booth to avoid price haggling.

โ€ข Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.

โ€ข Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.

โ€ข Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport.

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Quick Facts

Minimum domestic connection: 45 minutes
International connections: 90 minutes
Interline transfers: 120 minutes

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Last updated: April 2026 | Data Source: IATA and other airline sites and resources