Search Flights from Bishkek to Denpasar-Bali

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.

Denpasar, which is located on Bali island connected to Indonesia, is one of the most important holiday centers of the region. It is among the most popular and attractive destinations in the world, especially with its exotic fruits, wonderful beaches and hotels welcoming a great number of tourists every year. Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport, which connects Bali and Denpasar to the world, is located 13 km south of Denpasar.

At Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport, which is the third busiest airport of Indonesia, there are many services that passengers can benefit from while waiting for their flights. Before or after your flight, you can do some shopping, eat or drink something at one of the restaurants or cafes and spend time in private passenger lounges.

At the airport, there are areas to charge phones, tablets or computers for passengers especially travelling for business purpose. From Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport, you can easily fly to cities such as Singapore, Hong Kong or Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, with direct or connecting flights.

There alternatives such as taxi, hotel shuttle services or car rental in order to reach the city center from the airport after your plane has landed.

Taxi

Taxis will be waiting for you when you go out of the terminal of Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport. By getting on one of these taxis, you can easily and quickly get to wherever you want. Taxis demand fixed rates for certain distances.

For example, you need to pay 105.000 rupiah to get to Batubulan from the airport, 100.000 rupiah to Bukit and approximately 70.000-90.000 rupiah to Denpasar. You can bargain about the amount you will pay before getting on the taxi by specifying your destination. However, the chance of bargaining is not high during busy seasons.

Car Rental

Renting a car is another option you can prefer for going to the center of Denpasar or nearby places from the Bali Ngurah Rai International Airport. By renting a car from Hertz, Europcar, AVIS, Budget and Sixt companies located at the airport, you can comfortably get to the city center in a short time.

The distance between the airport and the city center is about 13 kilometers. At this point, renting a car is one of the most appropriate options when the hot weather of Bali is considered. In addition, renting a car offers the opportunity to explore nearby places.

Once you have rented your car, you can get help from the navigation to easily reach your destination, or you can get a map before leaving the airport. It will be a very comfortable and easy travel thanks to the direction signs that you will come across on the road.

Hotel Shuttle Services

You can benefit from the hotel shuttle services for getting to the center of Denpasar and other tourist destinations of Bali from the airport. However, in order to use these services, it is recommended to get in contact with the hotel before your arrival. Not every hotel has this kind of service or its departure times may not be suitable for you. After getting in contact with your hotel in advance, if it is convenient for you, you can arrange that your service will pick you up from the airport and take you to the hotel in a short time.