Flying from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Manas International Airport (FRU): what you need to know
Bishkek is one hour ahead of Samarkand and is in the UTC+6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your SKD to FRU flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Samarkand Airport to Manas International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between SKD and FRU:
Dubai Airport
Novosibirsk Tolmachevo Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Manas International Airport (FRU)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Samarkand Airport to Manas International Airport flight is $120. A return ticket right now is $435. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SKD to FRU, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Samarkand Airport to Manas International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from SKD to FRU is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Samarkand Airport to Manas International Airport.
Handy information about Samarkand Airport (SKD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Samarkand Airport, 66.25% of flights complete their journey on time.
Samarkand Airport is about 6 kilometers from central Samarkand. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Samarkand Airport to Manas International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near SKD:
Arriving at Manas International Airport (FRU)
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Manas International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Travel Land to explore beyond Bishkek's usual tourist stops.
Reserve your ride from Manas International Airport several weeks in advance to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during a peak period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Manas International Airport (FRU) to central Bishkek
Manas International Airport is roughly 27 kilometers from the center of Bishkek. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Manas International Airport (FRU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Samarkand Airport to Manas International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Bishkek in April.
When booking your flight from Samarkand Airport to Manas International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Bishkek, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SKD to FRU in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of Kyrgyzstan
You've visited Bishkek, now it's time to discover other corners of Kyrgyzstan. Journey about 306 kilometers south-west to Osh to check off its top attractions. From Sulaiman-Too Sacred Mountain to Sulaiman Mountain Museum and National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex Sulayman, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometers south-west of Bishkek, Jalal-Abad is another favorite stop in Kyrgyzstan. No visit is complete without checking out Mechet' Bilal, Zhenish Seyi Bagy and Jalal-Abad Historical Museum.
