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 Minsk Airport to City Center
Minsk National Airport, which was opened in 1982, is 45 kilometers away from the city center and transportation to the city center of Minsk is provided by taxi, public transportation and train. Of course, you also have the option of renting a car.
When you choose to take a taxi from the airport located on the M2 and M4 Highways, you can be in the city center at the end of a 45-minute journey for approximately 30-35€. It is possible to find a taxi in Minsk, where taxi prices are quite cheap compared to our country.
Another alternative is the buses that depart from the airport every two hours in winter and hourly in summer. With these buses, you set off towards the Uruche Region. You can get off the bus at the "Uruche Metro" stop and take the metro to reach Minsk city centre. Minsk metro operates from 5.30 in the morning to 01.00 at night.
It is possible to rent a car from car rental companies Sixt and EuropCar offices near gates 5 and 6 on the arrivals side.