Just 17 kilometres from the capital of Georgia is Tbilisi International Airport, the country’s main arrival and departure point for business and leisure air travellers. This modern airport is expanding rapidly to meet the demands of rising passenger numbers. 

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The city started life as a small fishing village to become a 17th-century shogun powerhouse. Today it is Japan’s cultural, educational, commercial and governmental hub. Book a flight to Tokyo with Qatar Airways to experience a unique blend of cultural riches.

Just 17 kilometres from the capital of Georgia is Tbilisi International Airport, the country’s main arrival and departure point for business and leisure air travellers. This modern airport is expanding rapidly to meet the demands of rising passenger numbers. 

Passengers flying from Tbilisi with Qatar Airways will find it to be a welcoming and well-run airport, where attentive and professional staff do everything they can to make the start of your journey a pleasant one.

Transportation and parking

Public transport to and from the airport is excellent and very efficient. The train station connects Tbilisi directly to the airport with a journey time of around 15 minutes. Buses run 24/7 and Route 37 provides a direct link from the city centre to the airport. 

Shuttle services are also provided by many of the larger hotels, and taxis offer a fast and efficient way of getting to the airport, especially if you have a large amount of luggage. If you are driving, there are both indoor and outdoor car parks, offering short and long-term parking for around 500 vehicles. 

At the airport

Passengers flying from Tbilisi with Qatar Airways depart from the main terminal’s Departure hall. Check-in desks and security checks are efficient and quick, and you should allow approximately an two hours before your flight is due to board to go through the process. 

During peak times, the check-in desks can get busy, so if you are travelling at weekends and around national holidays then allow a little extra time to complete check-in well in advance of your boarding time.

Facilities and amenities

The airport features several commercial outlets for passengers, including a number of Duty Free outlets selling luxury goods. 

Food and beverages are served throughout the airport, with cafés, restaurants and fast food venues providing a diverse selection of both traditional Georgian and international cuisine. 

Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal, and there is a large exclusive lounge offering private waiting areas, a personal porter, and some business services for VIP travellers.

While most people will constrain their visit to Narita purely to travel to and from the airport on the way to nearby Tokyo, the town itself does have plenty to offer visitors who are willing to stop and look around. Book a flight to Narita with Qatar Airways and you could discover this interesting little destination for yourself, before you head to the bright lights of Tokyo.

Charming and with plenty of traditional Japanese character, Narita is a relatively tranquil location that gives visitors a taste of the real Japan. The people are friendly and welcoming, and are happy to show tourists willing to interrupt their journey to the capital around their little town. Nearby attractions make this off-the-beaten-track location well worth exploring.

Tourist attractions

The town is known for its ancient buildings, and one of the best is the Naritasan Shinshō-ji Temple, the site of which dates back to the 10th century. Classical pagodas and tranquil gardens are complemented by a European style garden too, making it an interesting fusion of two distinctly different cultures.

To really understand a little more about Japanese culture, take a trip to Boso No Mura, a living museum dedicated to the culture of the Japanese people. It includes a reconstructed traditional Japanese street, burial mound and a samurai residence. The centre hosts festivals and events celebrating the native culture of Japan’s islands too.

The Museum of Aeronautical Science is about 15 minutes by bus from the airport, while at the northern end of the runway you’ll find a surprisingly tranquil spot, Sakura-no-Yama Hill. This is a great spot to watch the aeroplanes take off and land, and during the spring the cherry trees turn this peaceful little park into a riot of colour.


Travel Considerations

Flights to Narita with Qatar Airways land at Narita Airport, Japan’s largest international air transport hub. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Narita please check the visa and passport requirements.