Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Shatili Transfer and Taxi Prices
Private transfer from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Shatili: 169 km, about 4 h 0 min on the road. Rough mountain road (4x4 recommended). Verified 2026 price - sedan from 657 GEL (~$252), minivan from 1149 GEL (~$442) 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 Shatili costs 657-683 GEL (~$252-262) for a sedan and about 1160 GEL (~$447) for a minivan, per car.
Transfer price from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Shatili — all car classes
| Car class | Passengers | Luggage | From (cheapest driver) | Typical (most bookings) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan | 1–3 | 3 bags | 657 GEL (~$252) | ~683 GEL (~$262) |
| Minivan | 4–7 | 6–8 bags | 1149 GEL (~$442) | ~1160 GEL (~$447) |
| SUV / 4x4 | 1–4 | 4 bags | 676 GEL (~$259) | ~686 GEL (~$263) |
Prices are live quotes from OrbiTrip drivers as of 2026-09-24: 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) → Shatili
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, Turkish · AC, WiFi, Large Trunk
New on OrbiTrip
from 1149 GEL (~$442) per car
up to 4 passengers · Georgian, English, Russian · AC, Large Trunk, Leather Seats
New on OrbiTrip
from 676 GEL (~$259) per car
up to 4 passengers · Georgian, Russian · AC, WiFi, Large Trunk
New on OrbiTrip
from 676 GEL (~$259) per car
up to 3 passengers · Georgian, English, Russian · WiFi, Child Seat, Large Trunk
New on OrbiTrip
from 657 GEL (~$252) per car
up to 3 passengers · Georgian, English · AC, WiFi, Large Trunk
New on OrbiTrip
from 657 GEL (~$252) per car
up to 3 passengers · Georgian, English, Russian · AC, WiFi, Child Seat
New on OrbiTrip
from 657 GEL (~$252) per car
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Distance, travel time and road
| Distance | 169 km |
|---|---|
| Driving time | about 4 h 0 min (without long stops) |
| Road type | rough mountain road (4x4 recommended) |
| Prices checked | 2026-09-24 (live pricing engine) |
Part of this route is unpaved and steep; it is normally open only from late May/June to October, and a 4x4 vehicle is required.
About the road from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Shatili
Tbilisi Airport to Shatili is about 169 km but it is one of the hardest drives in Georgia and takes the best part of a day. You leave the Military Highway at Zhinvali and turn north-east into Khevsureti, following the Aragvi until the asphalt ends and the track climbs to the Datvisjvari Pass at roughly 2,676 m. Beyond it the road drops into the Arghuni gorge on the northern side of the range, and Shatili appears as a single fortified mass of medieval stone towers built into the slope, a few kilometres from the Chechen border. The road is the reason this place stayed as it is.
Tips for this trip
This is a seasonal 4x4 route, usually open from around June to early October — the pass is snowbound the rest of the year and there is no way around it. Confirm with your driver before booking, and accept that an early snowfall can close it without notice. A proper high-clearance 4x4 is essential; a normal car will not make the pass. Bring your passport: the area is a border zone and checks happen. There is no fuel and almost no phone coverage after Barisakho. Plan an overnight — going there and back in one day is possible but punishing.
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 Shatili: private transfer vs taxi, train and bus
| Option | Door-to-door | Price | Time | Luggage / group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer (OrbiTrip) | yes | known in advance | about 4 h 0 min | yes — per car, group pays once |
| Taxi (street / app) | yes | metered or negotiated at pick-up | about 4 h 0 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 Shatili transfer
As of 2026, a private transfer from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to Shatili costs 657-683 GEL (~$252-262) for a sedan and about 1160 GEL (~$447) for a minivan, per car. The price is fixed and you pay the driver directly - no commission.
The drive is about 4 h 0 min for 169 km. It is a rough mountain road (4x4 recommended). Part of this route is unpaved and steep; it is normally open only from late May/June to October, and a 4x4 vehicle is required.
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 657 GEL (~$252) for up to 3 passengers, minivan from 1149 GEL (~$442) 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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Other routes from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) and prices
- Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Tbilisi — from 62 GEL (~$24)
- Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Akhalkalaki — from 302 GEL (~$116)
- Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Akhaltsikhe — from 338 GEL (~$129)
- Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) → Bakuriani — from 330 GEL (~$126)
Popular routes to Shatili
- Tbilisi → Shatili — from 599 GEL (~$231)
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