Transportation from Sochi City Center to Sochi Airport
The best option to reach the airport from Sochi city center is the train. In addition to the express train called Swallow, you can also take the passenger trains passing through the airport. The journey takes 45 minutes. You can use the official website of Russian Railways (RZD) to check the timetable and buy tickets.
Although the buses numbered 105 or 105s that you will take from Sochi city center follow different routes, they ultimately bring you right into Sochi International Airport. The journey takes up to 60 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
The distance between Sochi city center and the airport is approximately 30 km. You can use taxis to reach the airport by the fastest method without using public transportation options. Be clear about the distance and fare before you get in the taxi. Although taxi drivers in Sochi generally speak English, you can also communicate using translation applications from your phone at the most difficult moment.
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Transportation from Mineralnye Vody Airport to the City Center
Bus
Those who want to use the bus service from Mineralnye Vody Airport to the city center should take the bus number 10 or 11 from the bus stop located at the airport exit. Buses that go directly to Stavropol city center run every 20 minutes between 06:00 and 21:00 from this stop. Buses stop only at certain main arteries of the city. The journey takes about 15 to 20 minutes, and each passenger is charged between 15-20 rubles.
Taxi
One of the easiest ways to reach the city center of Stavropol quickly is to use the taxis that serve 24/7 within the airport. It takes approximately 15 minutes to reach the city center by taxi and it costs 600 rubles during the day and 800 rubles at night. The taxi rank is located just opposite the airport exit gate. However, if necessary, a taxi request can be requested from the help desk in the airport.
Rent a car
There is an agency of a local car rental company, which ensures reliable car rental at the airport. Passengers can rent a car through this office or online with different tariffs charged daily or per minute.
Mineralnye Vody Airport Contact Information:
Address: Mineralnye Vody, Stavropol, Russia, 357205
Phone: 8 800 333 03 21