Planning a trip from London to Kutaisi? Then read this article and get all the information you need to plan your journey.
Which airlines operate flights on the London – Kutaisi route?
You can travel from London to Kutaisi International Airport on connecting flights.
Connecting flights are offered by the Hungarian airline Wizz Air, with a transfer at Milan – Malpensa Airport.
You can also fly from London to Malpensa Airport with Malta Air and continue from there on a Wizz Air flight straight to Kutaisi Airport.
Another option is to fly with Ryanair to Vienna International Airport and continue to Kutaisi Airport with Wizz Air.
London – Kutaisi flight tickets
| Departure at | Return at | Stops | Airline | Find tickets |
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| 20 October 2026 | 22 October 2026 | Direct |  | Flight tickets from 827 |
How long does the flight from London to Kutaisi take?
The total duration of a connecting flight on this route depends on the length of the layover at the transfer airport and on the airline you choose.
How to buy cheap flight tickets from London to Kutaisi
- Buy your tickets 1.5–2 months in advance.
- Choose a midweek departure rather than the weekend: demand for travel is lower on working days, so tickets tend to be cheaper.
- Book both directions at the same time. Airlines and agencies usually offer better prices for a return booking than for two one-way tickets bought separately.
- Use a search engine that brings together almost every airline and flight, so you can find and book the ticket you want more easily.
London – Kutaisi flight tickets can be bought online quickly and conveniently with our search engine. Simply choose your departure and destination cities, enter the dates you want, and our system will show you every available flight, so you can pick the ticket that fits your budget.
Which London airport should you start from?
London is served by several civil airports, and the price of a connecting route to Kutaisi often depends on exactly which one you depart from:
- Luton (LTN) and Stansted (STN) — the main bases of the low-cost airlines (Wizz Air, Ryanair, easyJet). The cheapest options usually start here.
- Gatwick (LGW) — home to both low-cost and full-service airlines; often a good compromise between price and comfort.
- Heathrow (LHR) — London’s largest airport and the hub of the full-service carriers; it offers the widest choice of flights to European hubs.
- London City (LCY) and Southend (SEN) — small airports with a more limited route network.
Keep in mind that London’s airports are a fair distance from the city centre, so getting there costs both time and money. Factor that in when you compare the total price of a route.
One ticket or two separate tickets?
Kutaisi International Airport is mainly a low-cost base, so a journey from London to Kutaisi almost always involves a transfer in a European city. There are two ways to put the trip together:
- A single ticket (one booking) — the safer option: if the first flight is delayed and you miss your connection, the airline is obliged to rebook you on the next available flight.
- Two separate tickets — often cheaper, but the risk is yours: if you are delayed, nobody refunds the second ticket, and your baggage is not transferred automatically, so you have to collect it and check it in again at the transfer airport.
If you go for separate tickets, allow at least 3–4 hours for the connection and check in advance that you are allowed to enter the transfer country — at airports inside the Schengen area you need to pass passport control and enter the terminal in order to collect your baggage.
How far is it from London to Kutaisi?
The direct air distance between London and Kutaisi is roughly 3,350–3,400 kilometres. That means about 4.5 hours of actual flying time, while a journey with one transfer most often takes 8–14 hours in total, depending on how long you wait for your second flight at the transfer airport.
Getting from Kutaisi Airport to the city, Tbilisi and Batumi
David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport is located in Kopitnari, about 14 kilometres from the centre of Kutaisi. From the airport you can travel on as follows:
- To central Kutaisi — the shortest trip: roughly 20–30 minutes by taxi or by one of the buses timed to meet arriving flights.
- To Tbilisi — about 220–230 km; the shuttle buses timed to flights usually take up to 4 hours.
- To Batumi — about 140 km, or roughly 2.5–3 hours by bus.
We recommend buying your bus ticket online in advance, especially for night arrivals, when seats sell out quickly.
Hand luggage and checked baggage: what to watch out for
- The cheapest low-cost fares normally include only a small piece of hand luggage that has to fit under the seat in front of you.
- Larger cabin bags and checked baggage are paid extras. They cost the least when you add them while buying the ticket, and the most at the airport.
- If you travel on two separate tickets, your baggage must comply with both airlines’ rules — their limits are often different.
- Check in online in good time: some airlines charge an extra fee for airport check-in.
Useful information before you plan your trip
- Time difference: Georgia is 4 hours ahead of London, or 3 hours ahead while British Summer Time is in force.
- Currency: payments in Georgia are made in lari (GEL); there are exchange offices and ATMs at the airport.
- Visa: British citizens can enter Georgia without a visa and stay for up to one year. Even so, check the current rules before you travel.
- Season: the summer months and the end of December are the busiest and most expensive periods. Cheaper tickets are usually easier to find in spring and in the second half of autumn.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct flight from London to Kutaisi?
Flight schedules change from season to season, so it is best to check whether a direct flight is available on your specific dates using the search engine. For most of the year, travelling from London to Kutaisi involves one transfer in Europe.
How far in advance should I buy my ticket?
On this route the best fares are usually found 1.5–3 months before departure. In high season, in July and August, you should book even earlier.
What is the difference between Kutaisi and Tbilisi airports?
Kutaisi is primarily a low-cost airport, so tickets are often cheaper, while Tbilisi offers a far wider choice of full-service airlines. If your final destination is Tbilisi, compare both options — a cheap ticket to Kutaisi plus a bus transfer sometimes still works out better overall.
How long does a price stay valid after I search?
Airfares are dynamic and can change within a single day. If you like the option you have found, do not put off the booking — the seats on the cheapest fares are the first to go.