Search Flights from Bishkek to Billund

Kyrgyzstan’s capital Bishkek fascinates visitors with its spectacular views of Chui Valley. The city doesn’t have a very historic texture because it is relatively young. However, Bishkek is notorious for its nightlife. Ala-Too Square is considered the center of the city. Those who want to visit Bishkek fly into Manas International Airport. Urban transportation in Bishkek is both affordable and reliable.

Bishkek is a relatively small capital that you can explore in a short amount of time. Many cities in Kyrgyzstan are located in mountainous regions, complicating the transportation networks. Bishkek however is a flat city, so it can offer much more convenient transportation systems. Currently the Kyrgyz Railways only operate inter-city and long-distance trains but they are continuing to develop the city’s infrastructure. There is no train transportation within the city.     

The most preferred method of public transportation in the city is a type of minibus or public van, known as a marshrutka. In addition, there are bus and trolleybus routes that operate in many parts of the city. Almost all of the public transportation alternatives go to major stops near Tsum Center and the Philharmonia. If you get lost you can get a map from the tourist offices located in the city or ask for directions. Public transportation networks begin operating between 5:30 am and 6:30 am. The buses and trolleybuses run until 10 pm. In addition to public transportation, taxis are a convenient way to get around the city. Although renting a car isn’t very common in Bishkek some tourism companies provide chauffeured vehicles. Getting to Manas International Airport from the city center by car takes about 25 minutes.   

If you are going to travel to the airport by using public transportation then you can get on the minibuses that depart from the city center. If you are staying in an area far from the city center you can get on one of the bus, minibus, or trolleybus lines that pass through your location and then transfer to a minibus that goes to the airport.

Minibus (Marshrutka)

These minibuses, which depart from the city center, will take you to a stop that is very close to the airport in a short amount of time. These minibuses have a very large transportation network within the city. There are hundreds of minibuses that operate all throughout the city. You can download the app or check online to find out which minibus to take depending on what part of the city you are in.

Bus and Trolleybus

Buses and trolleybuses do not provide direct service to the airport. However, you can still get on a bus or trolleybus and then transfer to a minibus that goes to the airport. Buses and trolleybuses are the second most commonly used method of transportation after the minibuses. Buses and trolleybuses operate in a more limited area than minibuses. The total trip also takes longer than it would take with a minibus. Minibuses will stop to let passengers on and off almost anywhere but buses and trolleybuses are not allowed to stop anywhere that isn’t a designated bus or trolleybus stop. Nevertheless, these vehicles are cheaper than minibuses.

Entry to the bus and trolleybus is from the back door and passengers getting off use the front door. To find out more detailed information about bus and trolleybus routes you can download the app or check online. In addition to urban transportation, these vehicles can be used for inter-city and long-distance travel.

Taxi

Taxis are among the most convenient method of transportation to get to the airport from the city center. There are many private taxi firms located in the city and it is quite easy to find a taxi. Taxi day fares are cheaper than night fares. In addition to private taxi companies there are also official taxi companies, which have a taximeter that they will turn on upon request.

Airport Information

Manas International Airport was formerly used as a military air base. Today Manas International Airport, located 25 km from the city center, hosts visitors from many different countries from around the world. The airport doesn’t offer extensive facilities. There are a lot of ATMs located in the passenger arrivals area. Besides that, there are some cafes and shops where you can go shopping, however these venues only operate until a certain hour.

Billund was a small town in the early 1960s; it is now the second largest city in the Region of Southern Denmark with the Lego factories established by the Lego Group and the city continues to grow. Billund, which is a small, sympathetic and tidy city, is right in the middle of the Jutdland Peninsula. Legoland, the largest Lego Park in Europe, stands out as Billund's symbol and attraction center.

Billund, which has gained worldwide popularity thanks to Legoland, welcomes international and domestic passengers at Billund International Airport. Buses carry passengers to all parts of the city and to many major cities in Denmark. Taxis contribute to urban transportation all day. Other means of transportation are hardly preferred in Billund because almost every individual has his/her own car as in Denmark, where life standards are high.

Billund Airport offers various transportation options such as bus, taxi and private limousine service for those who want to travel to the city center. You can also reach the city center by renting a car.

Taxi and Limousine

The fact that many taxi companies serve at Billund Airport in transporting passengers to the city center is a fact that increases transportation quality. Almost all of the taxi drivers know English and it is great convenience that you can pay the taxi fare by credit card. In addition, you can also take the advantage of the limousine service that is offered with a driver 24 hours a day.

Bus

You can get to the city center by buses you can take at the bus stops that are located at the exit of the terminal building of Billund Airport. Nine separate lines (43, 44, 166, 144, 119, 143, 179, 166, and 119) serve at different times of the day. The buses running between 00:06 am and 03:55 am arrive at the city center in an average of 10 minutes, depending on the traffic density.

Rent a car

Those who want to travel by car and see the beauties and attractions along the road can travel by rental car in Billund, which is preferred for holiday and travel. The companies Avis, Budget, Hertz, Sixt, Enterprise and Billeje serve at the airport daylong for the passengers who want to rent a car.