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Kutaisi
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Kutaisi

Travel guide for Kutaisi

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Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) lies about 20–25 km west of the city. The most convenient option is a taxi or pre‑bo...

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Airports
31
Routes
5
Airlines
Tbilisi
Timezone
GMT+4
Offset
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Lounges
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At a Glance

Key travel facts for Kutaisi.

Country
Georgia
Main Airport
Kopitnari (KUT)
Currency
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Language
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Population
150K
Best Time to Visit
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Timezone
Asia/Tbilisi
Local Time
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Travel Essentials

Practical Info

Essential travel details for Kutaisi.

Currency
Georgian Lari (₾ GEL)
Language
Georgian
Emergency
112 (unified emergency number)
Power
C, F / 220V, 50Hz
Tap Water
Filtered recommended
Tipping
Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated. 10% in restaurants is considered generous. Rounding up the bill or leaving small change is common.
Safety
Safe
Payment
Cash is king in Kutaisi. While some larger hotels and restaurants accept cards, always carry cash (GEL) for markets, small restaurants, and local transportation. ATMs are available in the city center.
Internet
Good WiFi in hotels and cafes. Local SIM cards (Magti, Geocell) are cheap and offer good 4G coverage. eSIMs are also becoming available.

Etiquette

Georgians are known for warm hospitality; expect to be invited for food or wineDress modestly when visiting churches or monasteriesHandshakes are common, but close friends and family often greet with a kiss on the cheekRemove shoes when entering someone's homeRespect elders and accept offerings of food or drink

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