From Tolmachevo Airport to Tbilisi — one layover in Moscow. Flights from 22,000 RUB, private guide from ₾90. Ready itineraries for 5, 7 and 10 days.
Novosibirsk is one of Siberia's main cities, and thousands of travellers fly from here to Georgia every year. No visa, warm climate, excellent wine and remarkable food — all within 8–10 hours from Tolmachevo. In 2026 Georgia remains one of the most accessible destinations for Russian tourists. On this page: full trip planning from flights and budget to the best private tours in Tbilisi.
From Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) to Tbilisi — two main routes with one layover.
Via Moscow — the main option. Tolmachevo (OVB) → Sheremetyevo or Domodedovo (3.5–4 hrs) + layover 2–4 hrs + Moscow → Tbilisi (2.5–3 hrs). Total 8–11 hours. Airlines: Pobeda, Aeroflot, S7, Georgian Airways. Price from 22,000 RUB round-trip. Search on Aviasales — Novosibirsk allocation is often cheaper than Moscow origin.
Via Istanbul (Turkish Airlines / Pegasus). Tolmachevo → Istanbul (5–6 hrs) + layover from 3 hrs + Istanbul → Tbilisi (1.5 hrs). Total 10–13 hours. Price from 24,000 RUB. Istanbul Airport transit zone is large and comfortable.
Tip for Novosibirsk travellers: watch for Pobeda flash sales from Novosibirsk — the base fare Tolmachevo → Moscow sometimes drops to 1,500–2,500 RUB. Your whole Tbilisi trip can then cost 15,000–18,000 RUB round-trip. Telegram channels with deals: @avia_ru_discount.
Time difference: Novosibirsk is UTC+7, Tbilisi is UTC+4. Georgia is 3 hours behind Siberia. Departing at 08:00 from Novosibirsk, you land in Tbilisi around 13:00 local time — the whole afternoon is free to explore the Old Town.
2026 prices. Estimate per person.
| Expense | Budget option | Comfort option |
|---|---|---|
| Round-trip flight (Tolmachevo → Tbilisi) | from 22,000 RUB | 30,000–38,000 RUB |
| Accommodation (7 nights, Tbilisi) | 8,400 RUB (guesthouse ~1,200/night) | 21,000–35,000 RUB (3–4★ hotel) |
| Food (7 days) | 5,600 RUB (~800/day) | 10,500–14,000 RUB |
| Private tours (3–4 tours) | from ₾347 (~11,000 RUB) | ₾600–800 (~19,000–25,000 RUB) |
| Local transport + taxi | 1,500 RUB | 4,000 RUB |
| Souvenirs, wine, shopping | 2,500 RUB | 8,000–15,000 RUB |
| TOTAL for 7 days | ~51,000 RUB | ~92,000–127,000 RUB |
* Rate: 1 GEL ≈ 32 RUB. Bring some USD cash — exchange rates at Tbilisi exchange offices are excellent.
Ready-made plans accounting for the long flight from Siberia. Day 1 is always easy — time to acclimate.
Private tours in English with guide Timur. Groups up to 7 people, transfer included.
Gergeti Trinity Church, Cross Pass, Georgian Military Highway. Siberians know real mountains — the Caucasus will still impress you. Different scale, different energy.
Sighnaghi, Bodbe Monastery, qvevri wine tasting in a family winery. The best answer to why Georgian wine is so special.
Jvari church from the 5th century, Svetitskhoveli Cathedral, confluence of two rivers. Half a day — Georgia's whole history up close. Perfect for your first day.
Narikala lights, Bridge of Peace, Mtkvari embankment. Tbilisi in golden glow — a completely different city after dark. Great for your first evening.
Boulevard, botanical garden, old quarter. For those coming from landlocked Siberia — the Black Sea is one day's drive from Tbilisi.
Tbilisi → Kakheti → Kazbegi. Three unhurried days: mountains, wine, food and the real Georgia. Perfect for a 10-day trip from Novosibirsk.
Practical advice from a guide who meets visitors from Siberia every week.
UnionPay cards (Gazprombank, RNCB, Rosselkhozbank) work at most ATMs and shops in Tbilisi. Russian Visa and Mastercard do not work. Alternative: cash USD or RUB — Tbilisi exchange offices on Pushkin Street offer excellent rates.
Novosibirsk is 3 hours ahead of Tbilisi. Flying west, your body clock runs late — this actually feels comfortable. Morning arrivals let you start sightseeing immediately.
Tbilisi is warmer than Novosibirsk almost year-round. July–August: +35–38°C, bring light clothing and a hat. For Kazbegi (2,200m altitude): always pack a jacket and walking shoes.
Khinkali, khachapuri, pkhali — try everything. Average lunch with wine: 25–40 GEL. Wine in Kakheti from 8–15 GEL per bottle at a winery. You can bring 2 bottles in checked luggage.
SIM card at Tbilisi Airport: from 5–8 GEL for 10 days with 5GB data. Providers: Magti, Geocell, Beeline Georgia. Wi-Fi works everywhere — cafes, hotels, parks.
From Novosibirsk: April–May (spring, green hills, cheaper flights) and September–October (harvest season, +22–27°C, Kakheti wine festival). Winter in Tbilisi is also pleasant — +8–12°C, no crowds.
Book before you fly — guide Timur confirms within 15 minutes.
Browse the tours above. For a 7-day trip from Novosibirsk: Kazbegi + Kakheti + Mtskheta + 1–2 tours of your choice is optimal. The guide will help combine them around your dates.
WhatsApp or Telegram. Share your dates, group size, preferences. Reply in 15 minutes. No deposit required. Free cancellation up to 24 hours. You can book 2–3 months ahead.
The guide picks you up at your hotel. Schedule adapts to your flight from Novosibirsk. The first tour can start the day you arrive — an evening walk through the Old Town.
Guide Timur replies in 15 minutes. Free cancellation within 24h. Groups up to 7 people.