In Belarus, the international airport is only 40 km from the capital. It has been operating for over 30 years. Currently, reconstruction works are underway at Minsk-2 airport. Here, not only the interior and exterior are modernized, but also the quality of passenger service is improved. This is noticeable in the expansion of modes of transport serving the airport.
How do I get to the airport?
Minsk-2 Airport can be reached both by an expensive method and by a cheaper option.
Every day, taxis, buses, minibuses and even a train run on the route “Minsk - Airport”. Any of these methods has its advantages and disadvantages. Every day, hundreds of passengers wonder: "How to get there?" Minsk-2 airport is located a short distance from the city, but in order not to be nervous before the flight, you must choose the right mode of transport. Let us consider in more detail each of the methods.
Under the sound of wheels ... We get by train
Minsk-2 Airport is connected to the city center by rail. If you are arriving from another city at the Minsk-Passenger station, this method is best for you. There is no need to carry bags and suitcases anywhere else, you can just transfer from one train to another. You can buy a ticket at the ticket office of the station, if you need to go to the airport, and in the arrival hall, if you are traveling to Minsk. It is possible to book a ticket online. The train arrives at the airport station, where you need to catch a bus, the price of which is included in the ticket price. The train runs 5 times a day, starting from 7.30 to 22.30.
Regular bus or minibus?
Buses and fixed-route taxis are most popular in delivering passengers to Minsk-2 airport. This is the best way to get around. For a small price you can get to the city in about 40 minutes by minibus and in 1 hour by bus.
By regular bus you can get to the metro station, the final station is “Central Bus Station”, from where you can head in any direction. There are two routes from the airport: 300E and 173E. It is very convenient that a ticket can be bought in various ways: at the ticket office of the bus station, online on the website and directly with the driver. The price is approximately $ 1.5. Buses are specially equipped for carrying passengers with baggage.
For those who want a little faster, you can get to the city by shuttle buses that depart from the station at the airport every half hour. Tickets can be purchased just like a bus.
The cost, which is about $ 2, includes luggage transportation. Minibuses are equipped with free Wi-Fi. Minibuses No. 1400 and 1430 in very comfortable conditions provide a transfer in the direction Minsk - Airport Minsk-2. Bus schedules can be found on the website of the bus station or carrier.
A taxi is faster. But more expensive
Taxis are expensive, but not so cheap at that distance. But you can always take a taxi to the airport and vice versa. If you are traveling from the city to the airport, then of course you will order a taxi, which is much cheaper than catching on the street. There are many carrier companies in Minsk that will be happy to take you almost to the ramp itself.
When you plan to travel by plane, do not rely on the case and think in advance about which mode of transport is more convenient for you to get to your destination Minsk-2 airport. Think over your trip to the smallest detail. And start with tickets to the airport.