Search Flights from Bishkek to Tyumen

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.

While bus is the only means of public transportation that you can use to reach the city from Roshchino Airport, which is located 13 km west of Tyumen city center, you can also benefit from private transportation alternatives such as taxi, car rental and transfer services. If you prefer using a taxi or benefitting from car rental services, transportation to the city will take maximum 15-20 minutes. Transportation by bus takes about 45 minutes.

Bus

Undoubtedly, the most practical and budget-friendly way to directly travel from the Roshchino International Airport to Tyumen city center is using the buses. Most of the buses departing from the bus stops that you can see outside the terminal pass through the city center and central points of the city. These buses, which offer transportation between the Roshchino Railway Station and the airport, usually complete their routes in 40-50 minutes. If you take one of the bus routes 10 or 141, you can easily travel to Tyumen city center. You can reach the schedules of these two bus routes from the official website of Roshchino Airport. As of 2016, the buses operate from 04:45 am to 10:47 pm. From the railway station in Roshchino city center, the buses depart at 04:00 am and offer service until 10:00 pm. The bus route 141 also provides direct transportation to the squares in Tyumen city center and starts operating at 06:54 am and offers service until 09:03 pm.

Taxi

If you land at Roshchino Airport at a late hour or when there is no public transportation vehicle, it may be the best alternative for you to use the taxis waiting 24/7 at the terminal exit. When you go outside the airport arrival terminal, you can see the vehicles of many taxi companies. You can get information about the taxi services by visiting the tourist information desks at the airport; you can also call +7 (3452) 09, +7 (3452) 33-23-32, +7 (3452) 75-75-75 for obtaining information about taxis. It takes about 12-15 minutes to reach Tyumen city center from the airport by taxi, and you are asked to pay an average of 280-340 Russian Rubles for this transportation.

Car Rental

Although there are not many alternatives in terms of car rental companies at Roshchino Airport terminal, it is possible to see a few of the world-famous brands. In order to rent your car within minutes, you must make your pre-reservation before arriving at the airport. You can reach Tyumen city center in about 10-15 minutes by car that you can rent at the airport.