Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) Transfer and Taxi Prices
Private transfer from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda): 169 km, about 2 h 55 min on the road. Mountain road. Verified 2026 price - sedan from 393 GEL (~$151), minivan from 484 GEL (~$186) per car. Per car, not per person; you pay the driver directly - OrbiTrip takes no commission.
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As of 2026, a private transfer from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) starts from 393 GEL (~$151) for a sedan and from 484 GEL (~$186) for a minivan, per car.
Transfer price from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) — all car classes
| Car class | Passengers | Luggage | From (cheapest driver) | Typical (most bookings) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 1–3 | 3 bags | 393 GEL (~$151) | ~536 GEL (~$206) |
| Minivan | 4–7 | 6–8 bags | 484 GEL (~$186) | ~558 GEL (~$215) |
| SUV / 4x4 | 1–4 | 4 bags | 550 GEL (~$212) | ~569 GEL (~$219) |
Prices are live quotes from OrbiTrip drivers as of 2026-10-21: per car, not per person; confirmed at booking, no commission or hidden fees added. Night pick-ups cost the same as daytime ones, and stops on the way are free. Why prices can differ: each driver sets their own tariff and we check prices every day; you see the exact fixed price before you book. Your driver is guaranteed to come: if a driver has a valid reason they cannot, we send another driver at the same price.
Drivers and cars available for Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Kazbegi (Stepantsminda)
36 licensed local drivers work on OrbiTrip; below are cars from those closest to this route. The exact price of each driver for this date is shown on the booking page — no registration needed to compare them.
up to 7 passengers · Georgian, English · AC, WiFi, Child Seat
New on OrbiTrip
from 484 GEL (~$186) per car
up to 4 passengers · Georgian, English · AC, WiFi, Large Trunk
New on OrbiTrip
from 420 GEL (~$162) per car
up to 3 passengers · Georgian, English, Russian · WiFi, Child Seat, Large Trunk
New on OrbiTrip
from 393 GEL (~$151) per car
up to 3 passengers · Georgian, English · AC, WiFi, Large Trunk
New on OrbiTrip
from 393 GEL (~$151) per car
up to 4 passengers · Georgian, English, Russian · AC, Large Trunk, Leather Seats
New on OrbiTrip
from 420 GEL (~$162) per car
up to 3 passengers · Georgian, English, Russian · AC, WiFi, Child Seat
New on OrbiTrip
from 393 GEL (~$151) per car
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Distance, travel time and road
| Distance | 169 km |
|---|---|
| Driving time | about 2 h 55 min (without long stops) |
| Road type | mountain road |
| Prices checked | 2026-10-21 (live pricing engine) |
In winter (December–March) expect snow on the passes; drivers use winter tyres and the road may close for a few hours after heavy snowfall.
About the road from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda)
Tbilisi Airport to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) is about 169 km and takes roughly 3 hours. The whole route is the Georgian Military Highway: you pass Mtskheta, follow the Aragvi up past the Ananuri fortress on its reservoir, then climb through Gudauri to the Jvari Pass at 2,395 m before dropping into the Tergi valley. Stepantsminda sits at the foot of Mount Kazbek, with Gergeti Trinity Church on the ridge above the town — the image most people have of Georgia before they arrive. Going direct from the airport is common because the drive is long enough that breaking it in Tbilisi costs you a day.
Tips for this trip
This is a mountain road and the Jvari Pass can close at short notice in winter; there is no alternative route, so keep arrival-day plans flexible and give the driver your flight number. Gergeti Trinity is above the town on a steep track — walk up in summer or take a 4x4, but do not assume a sedan can make it. Ananuri and the Russia-Georgia Friendship Monument are both directly on the road and add around forty minutes together. It is far colder at 1,750 m than in Tbilisi, and Kazbek is often in cloud — allow two nights if you want a real chance of seeing it.
What is included in the transfer price
- Fixed per-car price agreed before the trip — no meter, no surge
- Door-to-door: pick-up at your address, hotel or terminal
- Flight tracking and free waiting if your flight is late
- Luggage in the trunk (see the class table above)
- Short photo / coffee stops on the way by agreement with the driver
- No prepayment — you pay the driver in cash (GEL, USD or EUR) after the ride
- Free cancellation at any time — no fee
- Child seat — ask when booking (subject to the driver)
- Long sightseeing detours — agree time and price with the driver
- Entrance tickets to sights along the way
How to get from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda): private transfer vs taxi, train and bus
| Option | Door-to-door | Price | Time | Luggage / group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer (OrbiTrip) | yes | known in advance | about 2 h 55 min | yes — per car, group pays once |
| Taxi (street / app) | yes | metered or negotiated at pick-up | about 2 h 55 min | limited for long routes; luggage space varies |
Third-party options are listed for orientation only — OrbiTrip books private transfers. A per-car transfer is usually the cheapest door-to-door option for 2+ people with luggage; for a solo traveller on a budget the train or marshrutka may cost less.
Meeting point at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
Your driver tracks the flight and waits in the arrivals hall with a name sign; waiting is free if the flight is delayed. After booking you receive the driver's phone number — call or message on WhatsApp if you cannot find each other. Pay the driver in cash. Payment is cash only, to the driver; no prepayment.
FAQ: Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) transfer
As of 2026, a private transfer from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) starts from 393 GEL (~$151) for a sedan and from 484 GEL (~$186) for a minivan, per car. The price is fixed and you pay the driver directly - no commission.
The drive is about 2 h 55 min for 169 km. It is a mountain road. In winter (December–March) expect snow on the passes; drivers use winter tyres and the road may close for a few hours after heavy snowfall.
No. OrbiTrip is a free platform: no prepayment is required and you can pay the driver in cash. Payment is cash only, to the driver; no prepayment.
Per car, not per person: sedan from 393 GEL (~$151) for up to 3 passengers, minivan from 484 GEL (~$186) for up to 7.
A sedan takes up to 3 passengers with 3 suitcases; a minivan up to 7 passengers with 6–8 suitcases; an SUV up to 4 passengers with 4 bags.
Yes. Short stops for photos, coffee or a viewpoint are usually free by agreement with the driver; longer sightseeing detours are agreed in advance and may change the price.
Yes, if a driver is available: the route page shows drivers who are online now with their fixed prices. Booking takes one minute and needs no registration.
Ask for a child seat when booking — many drivers have one, but availability depends on the driver and is confirmed before the trip.
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OrbiTrip is a free platform: fixed prices, licensed Georgian drivers, pay the driver directly.
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