Layover in Sukhumi (SUI)
Vladislav Ardzinba Sukhum International Airport (SUI). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
About Sukhumi
Sukhum is the capital and principal city of Abkhazia. It has for the better part of the last century been famous throughout the former Soviet Union as a prominent subtropical beach resort, complete with palm trees, botanical gardens, and citrus plantations, backed by the high alpine peaks of the Greater Caucasus Mountains.
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How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | Stay at the airport | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 3h 21m in the city | About 1h 46m in the city |
| 8 hours | About 5h 21m in the city | About 3h 46m in the city |
| 12 hours | About 9h 21m in the city | About 7h 46m in the city |
Getting into Sukhumi
About 32m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 18 km (11 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Sukhumi?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 5 hours or more to get into Sukhumi and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.
How do I get from SUI to central Sukhumi?
Allow about 32m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 18 km (11 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to SUI?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.