Search Flights from Bishkek to Hangzhou

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.

Airport buses and taxis that can take you from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport to Hangzhou city center within the shortest time will be waiting for you just outside of the terminal building. If you are looking for a more comfortable alternative for transportation, you can try car rental companies located at the terminal. No matter which transportation option you choose, you will be in the city center in about 1 hour.

Bus

Transportation from the airport to the city center is very easy with airport buses. With these buses, you can go to Hangzhou city center, Zheijang or Jiangsu from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport. After you buy your ticket from sales office located inside the terminal building, you should head to Tiyuchan Road and take the bus that goes to Hangzhou city center. Airport buses leave the airport every 15-30 minutes for Hangzhou. The most popular stations for the airport bus are Chengzhan Train Station and Marco Polo Hotel in the city center. Besides airport buses, you can prefer shuttle buses that go from the airport to Hangzhou in one hour.

Taxi

If you are going to use the taxi option in order to go to Hangzhou city center from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport, you will have to pay approximately 100-160 Chinese Yuan. If you prefer airport taxi that serves within Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport, you will travel in a cheaper way. As the prices of airport taxis are not variable, you can go to Hangzhou with airport taxi and you can know exact amount that you will pay.

Car Rental

If you prefer domestic car brands of China while you rent a car from the car rental companies inside the airport, it will cost less. With the car that you rent in Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport, you can go to Hangzhou city center in 35-40 minutes. This may take less if you use “Airport Road” between the airport and the city center.