Flight to Georgia from Ukraine
Ukrainian tourists wishing to visit Georgia use the services of airlines. The choice of a comfortable option depends on the traveler’s place of residence. Airports providing air transportation to Georgia are represented by the following options:
- Kyiv. The capital of the country has the resources of two air terminals: Boryspil and Kyiv (Zhulyany). The first is located at a distance of 8 kilometers from the city center. You can get to the airport by several buses (No. 178, 220, 316, 415, 474, 535) or by express. The Zhulyany air harbor is located a little further than Boryspil, but the distance is not an obstacle for a comfortable trip to the terminals. You can get to "Kyiv" by public transport, buses No. 9, 22, 80, 169, 302, 368, 484, 499, 562.
- Kharkiv. The airport is located 12 kilometers from the city center. Getting to the airport is not at all difficult: constantly running public transport allows you to avoid problems. Trolleybus No. 5, buses No. 115, 119, 152, 255 will deliver travelers to the airport building until 23:00. In other cases, you must use a taxi or personal transport.
- Lviv. The airport is located outside the city limits, but it is easy to reach by public transport, for example, by buses No. 9, 10 and 48.
- Odessa. The air hub is located 7.5 km from the city center, so it is worth getting to it by public transport. Use buses No. 117, minibus No. 129, 156,232, trolleybus No. 14.
- Chernivtsi. Getting to the airport is easy: bus No. 48 and suburban minibuses run to the international airport.
- Vinnitsa. The easiest way to get to the airport is by taking bus No. 33. The public transport route starts from Barskoye Highway. Minibus taxis heading to nearby settlements will also help you get to your destination.
- Kherson. The air harbor is located 10 kilometers from the city. Bus number 101 is ideal for a quick trip to the airport.
Flights from other cities of Ukraine (Zaporozhye, Ivano-Frankivsk) are possible during the holiday season. Additional information about possible flights can be obtained from airport or airline staff. Check-in starts 2 hours before the plane's departure, so plan your time or use a taxi.
Services at international airports
Quality of service is a distinctive feature of air hubs, but the list of services is similar. The air harbors of large cities (Kyiv, Kharkov) have great opportunities, so the list of additional opportunities is much wider. International airports provide tourists with access to the following services:
- Medical Center. Travelers can always benefit from first aid provided by staff. It is also worth contacting in case of exacerbation of chronic diseases or panic before the flight.
- Public catering places. As a rule, airports can boast of the presence of cafes and restaurants. The cost of breakfast, lunch or dinner is determined by the owners.
- Mother and child room. Modern air hubs have special rooms where parents can easily feed, change clothes, and change their baby. Airport terminals in large cities are distinguished by the presence of a children's playroom.
- Duty free shops. Purchasing goods at reduced prices attracts tourists, but the amount of liquid carried is limited. You should check with an airline employee for information.
Large airports provide VIP service. The range of services consists of an assistant accompanying you during passport control, the opportunity to spend your waiting time in more comfortable conditions. Bank terminals, passwordless Wi-Fi, points of sale of medical goods, souvenir shops or newspapers are freely accessible to tourists.
Flight and visa
Thanks to the introduction of a visa-free regime, traveling to Georgia does not require a visa at the consulate. Owners of a Ukrainian biometric passport have the right to cross the country’s border without using a foreign passport. Passing customs control will not cause problems if you have:
- the biometric passport is valid for more than 3 months from the previous travel date;
- return boarding pass or document confirming hotel room reservation;
- bank statement of funds with an amount sufficient to stay in the country;
- health insurance policy (cost and type are not taken into account).
In case of a long stay in Georgia (more than 90 days), you must obtain a visa. The cost of a visa depends on the method of submitting documents: processing paperwork through intermediaries increases the price by 2 times.
The duration of the flight depends on the choice of the city from which the trip is planned to begin, the place where the tourist is going, the airline, and the number of transfers. The approximate duration is 7.5 - 8 hours. It is worth worrying about having all the necessary documents, medications, mints to avoid motion sickness, wet wipes, and cash. It is better to exchange currency in Ukraine, since there is a high probability of being left without funds. Georgian exchange offices often do not accept Ukrainian hryvnia.
Allowed baggage or liquid allowances vary, so please check with the carrier for information. The cost of “excess” weight is paid additionally immediately before the flight.
What to do if the flight to Georgia from Ukraine is delayed?
Check-in usually begins 2 hours before departure, so you need to make sure you arrive at the airport on time. Departure delays are a common occurrence. Not panicking will allow you to receive compensation from the airline. The reasons for the delay are most often indicated on the information board. A photograph clearly depicting the cause will ensure successful completion of the process of compensation for material losses.
The average duration of a flight delay is 2 - 8 hours, depending on the reason. Common reasons are the plane's unpreparedness for departure or unfavorable weather conditions. Flight cancellation is not excluded. The carrier is obliged to provide a boarding pass for another flight without additional payment or return the money in full.
The presence of a ticket confirms the conclusion of an agreement between the airline and the tourist, therefore flight delays are accompanied by the provision of free services:
- sandwiches or sandwiches when the flight is delayed by 2 hours;
- hot meals - 4 hours;
- transfer to the hotel, meals - 6 or more hours.
Save a photo of the information board, boarding document, as well as the paper received from the airline employee with information about the reason for the delay. Following these simple steps will allow you to receive compensation from the company. The maximum amount of compensation for losses does not exceed 50% of the ticket price. The listed photos and documents will allow you to receive a refund either directly from the carrier or during court proceedings.
Contacting a travel agency employee will provide information about the necessary actions.
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