Search Flights from Bishkek to Mataram

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.

The passengers of Lombok International Airport, located in Lombok Island of Indonesia, can get to the city centre by using the taxis or buses. Departing from Lombok International Airport, the taxis and buses are at service between 07.00 and 22.00. Taxis are preferred by those looking for the comfort, speed and ease whereas buses are used by the ones who would like to get to the city centre without spending a lot.  

Bus 

Those who prefer public transport can take the bus from Lombok International Airport. These low-cost vehicles departing from the airport go to Mataram from Lombok International Airport for 25.000 Indonesian Rupiah. From the airport, the passengers can get to Ampenan for 35.000 Indonesian Rupiah, to Sengigi for 35.000 Indonesian Rupiah, again, and to Selong for 30.000 Indonesian Rupiah by bus. The buses depart from the airport from 07.00 to 22.00 every day.

Taxi

You can also take a taxi to arrive the city center from Lombok International Airport, which welcomes the passengers in Lombok Island of Indonesia, between 07.00 and 22.00 each day. Taxi fares are higher than the buses serving at the same hours. However, when you take a taxi, you can also carry your luggages with you comfortably and you can directly head to wherever you want in Lambok Island easily. On condition that you cannot see any taxi in the terminal of the airport, you can ask for one at the help desks of the airport and you can head to the city centre by a taxi after waiting for a while.

Renting a Car  

If you would like to drive a car by yourself to get to the city centre from Lombok International Airport, you can prefer renting a car at the terminal of the airport. There are also rental cars between 07:00 and 22:00, in addition to the taxis and buses. You can find numerous rent-a-car firms such as Dharma Lestari, BIL Local Transport, Pusaka Prima Transport, and KSU Mandalika at the arrivals terminal and take a car within a short time following some certain procedures and get to the city centre. Also, you can get support and information about the rent-a-car firms and other means of transport at the help desk of the airport.

Private Car 

The parking areas and waiting lots in Lombok International Airport make the private car owners’ lives easier. Moreover, due to the fact that the city centre is pretty close, the passengers using their own private cars can easily get to the centre from the airport.