Ukraine's airspace is still closed, so to make your trip comfortable and fast, you need to plan your route in advance. Find out how easy it is to get to Ukraine from Georgia and what you need to cross the Ukrainian border

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Summer encourages people to travel for both leisure and business purposes. Despite the martial law, Ukraine's land borders are open, so foreigners can visit the country without any obstacles. However, closed airspace complicates logistics and requires careful travel planning. 

Foreigners who want to see Ukraine will find it useful to know convenient routes and tips for buying tickets. Read on as we tell you about the most convenient ways to get to Ukraine from Georgia.

It should be noted that over 8 thousand tourists from Georgia visited Ukraine in the first half of 2023.

Speed and comfort: flight to Ukraine's neighboring country + train or bus 

During the months of war, tourists have tried a variety of ways to travel to Ukraine. The most comfortable and fastest way is to fly to a country that borders Ukraine and then transfer to non-stop land transportation. Here's a look at airfares and the best months to travel (according to skyscanner.com.ua)

Georgia-Poland. The flight from Georgian cities to Poland takes an average of three hours. You can fly from Tbilisi, Kutaisi, and Batumi to Warsaw, Gdansk, and Krakow. The lowest prices were recorded in September - from $32 one way.

Georgia-Moldova. There are flights to Chisinau from Batumi and Tbilisi. Budget tickets are offered by FLYONE with an average one-way ticket price of $135.

Georgia-Hungary. Low-cost carriers, including Wizz Air, operate flights to Hungary. Budapest is easily accessible from Tbilisi, Kutaisi, and Batumi. A one-way ticket costs from $43.

Georgia-Austria. You can fly to Vienna, Salzburg, Graz, or Innsbruck from Tbilisi and Kutaisi. The cheapest tickets are offered by Wizz Air - from $90 one way.

Georgia-Slovakia. Look for cheap flights from Tbilisi and Kutaisi to Bratislava and Kosice. However, keep in mind that there is no direct connection, so carriers offer flights with a stopover.

After arriving in the chosen country, you need to make a transfer to get to the desired Ukrainian city. Tourists can choose between rail and bus services.

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Trains remain the most convenient way to get to Ukraine. The following connections are currently available:

● Poland - from Warsaw and Chełm you can get to Kyiv and Kharkiv, from Przemyśl - to Kyiv, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia;

● Austria - a direct train runs from Vienna to Kyiv with a stop in Budapest;

● Moldova - direct train from Chisinau to Kyiv;

● Slovakia - from Kosice you can get to Chop and Mukachevo.

Find detailed train schedules between Ukraine and European countries here.

Where to look for tickets?

When planning a trip, it is important to choose a reliable carrier. By purchasing tickets for convenient routes, you will ensure comfort and peace of mind during your trip.

Buy tickets for trains, buses and planes here. 

From Georgia to Ukraine by car 

The distance from Tbilisi to Kyiv is more than 1800 km, so it will take you almost 24 hours to get there by car. If you decide to travel by car, keep in mind that you need to take out a Green Card insurance policy. This policy is a mandatory requirement for cars with foreign registration. Read more about the rules of traveling in Ukraine by car with foreign registration here. 

Important! When traveling to Ukraine under martial law, you should remember about additional risks. War risk insurance compensates for losses in the event of an accident due to military operations or terrorist acts and covers outpatient treatment and emergency care.

Do I need a visa to Ukraine?

Citizens of Georgia can come to Ukraine on the basis of a visa-free regime, which provides for a 90-day stay in the country within a 180-day period. However, there are situations when a foreigner needs to obtain a visa.

Read about these cases and the necessary documents here.

What to see in Ukraine?

Sometimes people are surprised when they meet foreigners on the streets of their own cities. However, we should not forget that Ukraine is rich in tourist attractions and is also the place of operation for numerous of international companies. 

So the security situation does not stop brave and determined foreigners from traveling.

Read our article to find out more about what attracts tourists to Ukraine and which places are most often visited.

Legal support in Ukraine for Georgian citizens

Georgian citizens may need legal advice during their stay in Ukraine. Usually, foreigners seek legal advice in the following situations: legal aspects of entering and staying in Ukraine and assistance with paperwork. Be sure to contact a specialist if your rights have been violated.

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Visit Ukraine Insurance - safe travel in Ukraine (insurance covering military risks);

Visit Ukraine Tickets - book bus and train tickets to/from Ukraine;

Visit Ukraine Tours - the largest online database of tours to Ukraine for every taste;

Visit Ukraine Hotels - book hotels for a comfortable stay in Ukraine;

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