Flying from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport (KUT): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport (KUT). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the two main airports in Istanbul.
The timezone in Kutaisi is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Istanbul. Kutaisi International Airport is located in Kutaisi.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to KUT. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to KUT. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) flight ticket with departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Decide if leaving from SAW is a better fit for your trip.
Board your direct flight from Istanbul to KUT with Pegasus. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of SAW.
Pegasus is the most popular choice for passengers flying from SAW to KUT.
Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Choose Pegasus. 81.82% of its flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Kutaisi International Airport touch down on schedule.
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to KUT flight:
76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Kutaisi International Airport (KUT)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KUT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kutaisi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from TBILISICARS.COM, Localrent or GTG Car Hire to explore Kutaisi and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport (KUT)
$48 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport. Return flights start from $85. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to KUT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport (KUT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport (KUT). Visit Kutaisi in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Istanbul to KUT flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Kutaisi, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Kutaisi
Start your Kutaisi trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Kutaisi International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Kutaisi when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Ruins of the Bagrati Cathedral and Bagrati Palace-citadel followed by Free Walking Tour Kutaisi and Bagrati Cathedral.
Explore more of Georgia
Tbilisi is just one of the many places in Georgia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kutaisi. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Old Tbilisi, Peace Bridge and Georgian National Museum.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Georgia, head for Batumi, about 88 kilometres south-west of Kutaisi. Hiking Trail, Batumi Boulevard Fountains and Batumi boulevard are among the biggest draws.