How to get to Boryspil airport for a flight to Egypt?
The capital airport in the city of Boryspil bears the same name and operates international flights to anywhere in the world. The facility is located tens of kilometers away from the center, however, this does not create problems for tourists.
There are several ways to get to the Boryspil airport using public transport:
- No. 316/317/318 - minibuses run from the center through the city, so passengers on international flights will need to get off at the Leningradskaya stop. Across the road from it there is a stop for bus No. 2, which will take you to the airport. A trip with transfers is not the most convenient option, but it is relatively inexpensive. The exact schedule of routes can be checked at any time on the city’s official website;
- No. 415 – departs along the route via Gagarin Avenue, via Bratislavskaya;
- No. 220 – runs from the Boryspilskaya metro station, moving along Nauki Avenue;
- No. 178 – crosses the Dnieper embankment, then moves along the Kharkov highway;
- No. 474 – departs from the Boryspilskaya metro station, then the route runs through Borovaya;
- No. 535 – goes through Buchmy.
The fare for the flights listed above ranges from 6 to 35 hryvnia, the amount depends on the distance from the starting point and the availability of transfers. It is necessary to take into account that the schedule of most public routes is shortened; the interval in the evening increases significantly.
Luxury SkyBus buses depart from the railway station - the stop is to the right of the main entrance. The cost of the trip is average; tickets can be bought in the first hall of the railway station at the KiyAvia ticket office or from the driver when boarding the bus.
One of the best options to get to the Boryspil air terminal is to go by private car. You can leave it in the paid parking lot, which is guarded 24 hours a day.
If the flight is at night and scheduled for early morning, it is better to use the services of a taxi service. It is better to call a car in advance and prepare to wait 10 to 20 minutes for it to arrive. The cost of the trip will depend on the kilometers traveled (distance from point A to point B), the number of suitcases, and of course the type of car chosen (“comfort”, “luxury”, “economy”).
Services at Boryspil airport for tourists
The international airport in Boryspil is one of the three best in Ukraine, the largest and most comfortable. The waiting rooms are bright, spacious and can accommodate up to 600 people. There are linear seats, a lounge area, and windows overlooking the runway.
The check-in area is wide and there is a luggage packing station nearby. Here, for a fixed fee, tourists can pack their suitcases with stretch protective film, which will protect against dirt, damage, and unwanted opening.
Also at the Boryspil airport tourists can enjoy:
- Hotel.
- First aid station.
- Room for smokers.
- Luggage storage (chargeable).
- “Mother and Child Room”, admission for children under 6 years old is free.
- Currency exchange office, ATMs, self-service terminals.
- Wi-Fi transmits free Internet.
In the airport terminal, a separate area is reserved for a Duty Free store. Here you will find an assortment of inexpensive food and non-food products from many world famous manufacturers. There are separate shopping pavilions with food, newspapers, souvenirs, and essential goods.
Among the food outlets are a restaurant, a sushi bar, a cafeteria, and Fast-Food. Here tourists can have a hearty meal, drink a cup of freshly brewed coffee with dessert, or buy food to take with them. Anyone can order paid VIP services. You can view the full list on the official website of the airport; it is recommended to order the ones you like no later than 24 hours in advance.
How to get to Kyiv airport for a flight to Egypt?
The second capital airport with international status is located in Zhulyany. It is 8 kilometers away from the center; you can get here in several ways.
The first and most common is a taxi. The trip will be fast and comfortable. You can order a car at any time of the day. It is better to do this in advance so as not to waste time waiting. The cost of the service will vary depending on the distance covered, the amount of luggage carried, as well as the type of car - “economy”, “luxury”, “comfort”.
There is a lot of public transport to Zhulyany:
- No. 302 – the route starts from the town of Vishnevoye, the final stop is near Kontraktova Square;
- No. 80, 499, 496 – passes the Lukyanovskaya station, then past Sevastopol Square;
- No. 368 (and 169) – leaves from the railway station, crosses the town of Vishnevoye, through Starovokzalnaya Street;
- No. 565 (and trolleybus 22) – the route starts from the Shulyavskaya and Dorogozhichi stations;
- No. 484 – passes through Glushkov Avenue, Zhulyany;
- trolleybus No. 9 – departs from the station “Ploshchad Lva Tolstogo” and goes to the terminal.
The vehicles listed above start moving from 5:00 am. The latest one finishes at 00:35 at night. The work schedule of each must be clarified separately.
Also, every tourist has the opportunity to go to the airport by personal car. Then you can leave your car for storage in a paid parking lot.
Services at Kiev airport for tourists
The airport "Kyiv" or "Zhulyany" began to function as an international airport in 2012. The area of the facility is significantly smaller than the territory of the Boryspil air hub, however, it has everything necessary for passengers:
- Check-in area and baggage packing area. For a fee, each tourist has the opportunity to independently pack their suitcases with protective film (stretch) for a fixed fee, which will prevent damage, contamination, and opening.
- Waiting room, lounge area, room for smokers.
- Business lounge for use by corporate clients and individuals. All the necessary video and audio equipment for full-fledged business and negotiations is presented here.
- Food outlets – cafes, fast food restaurants. Here travelers can eat deliciously and buy lunch to take with them.
- Trade pavilions with food and urgent goods.
As befits an airport with the title of “international”, there is a room for child care - the “Mother and Child Room”. For an hourly fee, parents can feed their children, perform hygiene procedures, relax and play with them. Admission for children under 6 years old is free.
Free Internet is available throughout the airport. You can establish a connection via Wi-Fi and use it around the clock without restrictions.
“Kyiv” provides a variety of “VIP services”, a full list of which can be viewed on the official website. You need to order your favorites 24 hours in advance.
Flight and visa required to go on a tour to Egypt from Kyiv
Tourists traveling to Egypt should know that a visa is required to stay at all resorts except those located on the Sinai Peninsula. It will not be needed for a 15-day trip to Sharm el-Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba, Taba, At-Tour, Ras Sidr, Sant Catherine.
For other resorts, a temporary visa for up to 30 days will be required for $25 per person. You should also have a valid foreign passport of any type, insurance, and a return ticket.
Air travel to Egypt (Sharm el-Sheikh) from Kyiv lasts on average 3 hours 38 minutes. To properly prepare for your flight, you need to study the list of permitted and prohibited items and liquids. The corresponding list is posted on the official website of the airport. You can put documents, money, essentials (glasses, chewing gum, money, snacks) in your hand luggage.
To feel great during air travel, it is recommended to stop consuming the following 24 hours before:
- Strong alcoholic drinks, as well as low-alcohol cocktails.
- Fatty, exotic, unusual food for the stomach.
- Asian food, especially dishes with fish and seafood that have not been cooked.
- Highly carbonated drinks, fortified beer, kvass.
- Freshly squeezed juices, fruit drinks.
If you are prone to motion sickness in transport, it is better to purchase eucalyptus or mint lozenges, chewing gum, and lollipops in advance.
What to do if the flight from Kyiv to Egypt is delayed?
If the plane is detained, you should not worry; in the modern world this is a normal situation. It is necessary to keep a travel document, which is actual proof of the agreement signed by the tourist and the transport company, which will be executed on all counts.
Despite this, passengers must protect themselves. As soon as information about a flight delay (or cancellation) appears on the electronic display at the airport terminal, you need to take a photo and also document the ticket. This will allow you to prove your case during the proceedings, as well as receive financial compensation. In case of delay of any international flight, tourists are entitled to guaranteed payments of 150-600 euros.
Most often, transportation companies offer passengers to exchange their tickets for another plane without additional charges. It is also possible to return the ticket, as a result of which the client is paid the entire amount spent on its purchase. Then the traveler has the opportunity to independently get in the right direction.
During the time spent waiting for departure at the airport, passengers are entitled to a number of privileges. After 2-3 hours, get cold or warm drinks, sandwiches. After 5-6 hours - a full hot lunch (second course from the international cuisine menu), drinks if desired. If more than 9 hours have passed, the tourist may require transport to the hotel and further free overnight accommodation.
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