Which airport should I fly into for Shahrisabz?

For long-haul and international flights, Kerki International Airport (KEA) is the main gateway near Shahrisabz. The closest airport, Samarkand Airport (SKD), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Shahrisabz?

The nearest is about 45 mi (73 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Shahrisabz?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Shahrisabz

The closest airports to Shahrisabz, UZ: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Shahrisabz, UZ is Samarkand Airport (SKD), about 45 mi (73 km) away — roughly 1 hr 21 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Kerki International Airport (KEA).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
SKD	Samarkand AirportSamarkand, Uzbekistan	45 mi / 73 km	1 hr 21 min	Regional
KSQ	Karshi AirportKarshi, Uzbekistan	60 mi / 96 km	1 hr 47 min	Regional
OMN	Zomin AirportLyaylyakul, Uzbekistan	107 mi / 172 km	2 hr 29 min	Regional
DYU	Dushanbe AirportDushanbe, Tajikistan	113 mi / 182 km	2 hr 38 min	Regional
NVI	Navoi AirportNavoi, Uzbekistan	115 mi / 185 km	2 hr 40 min	Regional
KEA	Kerki International AirportKerki, Turkmenistan	123 mi / 198 km	2 hr 52 min	International
TMJ	Termez AirportTermez, Uzbekistan	125 mi / 201 km	2 hr 54 min	Regional
BHK	Bukhara AirportBukhara, Uzbekistan	135 mi / 217 km	3 hr 8 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Samarkand Airport (SKD) is the most convenient at about 45 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Kerki International Airport (KEA) (123 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Shahrisabz. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with SKD.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near SKD saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Shahrisabz is Samarkand Airport (SKD), about 45 mi (73 km) away — roughly 1 hr 21 min by road.