Search Flights from Bishkek to Salzburg

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.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Airport is located in Salzburg, the fourth largest city in Austria, three kilometers from the city center. The second largest airport in the country, the Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Airport, covers a large area, allowing many guests to come to Salzburg each year. At the airport where domestic and international flights are operated, you can meet a wide range of your needs as well as using pre-flight and post-flight transportation services.

You can choose among different alternatives to get to the city center from the airport. The transportation options you can choose to get to Salzburg city center from the Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Airport include bus, train and taxi, and rental cars.

Taxi

You can get to the center quickly with the taxi that you can take from the entrance of the airport. Although taxis are costly compared to other means of transportation, you can reach the city center after a journey of about 15-20 minutes. Some of the taxi companies you may prefer are Gasteintaxi, Taxi Jager, Taxi Shuttle Erlbacher and Taxi Martin.

Bus

You can travel to the city center by taking the city buses, which are more economical than the taxis, from the entrance of the airport. These buses, which will take you to the city center in about half an hour, are well maintained and equipped with the latest technology. Buses departing every 10 or 15 minutes are available 24 hours a day from the airport.

Train

You can easily get to the city center from the airport by trains, which are a quick and reliable choice for you. You can reach the city center in about 15-20 minutes by train from the airport train station.

Hotel Transfer

Hotel transfer is provided by the transfer vehicles which allow you to easily get to your hotel from the airport. You can easily travel to your hotel by taking the paid or free transfer vehicles that your hotel offers for you from the airport. We recommend that you consult your hotel beforehand.

Car Rental

Another option for getting to the city center is to rent a car. You can rent any car you want by reaching the division where the car hire companies at the airport are located and you can make a pleasant journey to the city center with the car you rent with or without driver.