Tashkent International Airport

Tashkent International Airport (TAS). Tashkent International Airport, the busiest airport in Uzbekistan, offers a functional but somewhat dated infrastructure. While recent renovations have improved parts of the terminal, certain areas still reflect an older design with limited seating and compact waiting zones. However, efforts have been made to enhance traveler comfort through improved lighting, air conditioning, and expanded check-in counters. VIP and business lounges provide more spacious and quiet environments for those with access. The airport staff are generally courteous and cooperative. English proficiency among personnel is growing, especially at immigration and airline desks, though some language barriers may still exist. Security and customs staff tend to be serious but professional. Assistance for elderly travelers and families is available upon request, and airport guides are usually ready to help with directions or boarding procedures. Flight punctuality at Tashkent Airport has seen gradual improvement, though occasional delays still occur, especially during peak travel times. Coordination between airlines and ground services has become more efficient in recent years, contributing to better time management. Security screening is thorough, with several stages including passport control, customs checks, and baggage inspection. While this process may take time, it reflects the airport’s strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Tashkent International Airport is neat, clean, and well-organized. It’s a medium-sized airport, so the check-in and immigration process is usually smooth and quick—you won’t face much hassle getting inside. One thing that stood out during security check was that all passengers are required to remove their shoes for scanning, regardless of the type. Usually, only leather shoes are checked more closely at other airports, but here all footwear goes through the scanner—something to keep in mind. Inside, the airport has a good variety of shops, including souvenir stores, food stalls, lounges, and more. The interior is nicely decorated and some areas are inspired by traditional Samarkand-style architecture, which adds a cultural charm to the space. Overall, it’s a pleasant airport experience and a nice gateway to Uzbekistan.

I recently traveled from Pakistan and arrived at Tashkent International Airport, and I must say, the immigration process was handled exceptionally well. The officers were highly professional, respectful, and efficient throughout the entire procedure. From the moment I approached the immigration counter, everything was clear, fast, and well-organized. Despite being an international traveler, I felt completely at ease thanks to the polite and welcoming attitude of the officers. A big thank you to the Tashkent immigration team for providing such a smooth and hassle-free entry experience. It truly gave me a great first impression of Uzbekistan!

This airport is small but has everything you’ll need. The nice thing is if it’s not very busy so whatever you need gets done quickly but because it’s so small when we were there, a few flights came at the same time and the visa line got much longer and we spent about 30 to 40 minutes to get the visa. Otherwise there is a decent coffee shop. Also a souvenir shop inside the airport if you forgot to buy some souvenirs, so you can do it kind of last minute. Overall very well organized, very clean, and when it came to people who work there very helpful and friendly staff.

It’s a large and well-organized airport with plenty of seating areas. I used this airport for my outbound flight from Tashkent. I didn’t any see exchange center. The check-in hall is not on the ground floor—you need to go one level up. One unusual thing is that at one of the gates, all passengers were asked to remove their shoes and put them through the X-ray scanner, which felt a bit unpleasant. After the passport control area, the shops and cafes accept both euros and Uzbek soms for payment.

Arrivals: The airport is small. We were transported by a bus to the terminal and through the doors were immigration counters. The line wasn’t long and the officers processed visitors in a timely manner. The baggage belt was pretty slow. There is one exchange counter on the left corner and an airport taxi counter (green) in the centre. SIM cards are available at different counters. Exchanging money, getting a sim, booking your taxi can all be done while waiting for your bags. Once out there was a rush of taxi drivers. For booking a Yandex you will need an Ozbek phone number and e-sim without the phone number won’t be accepted. Departures: go to the first level via escalators for check-in. Immigration and airport security follow and are quick. Lots of duty free shops with some selling souvenirs as well. Many places to sit. Transported to the plane by a bus again.

Small but interesting airport. The arrival and departure are located at two seperate buildings. The arrival building is tiny and looks abit dated. No retail or dining options. Only a currency exchange. The departure building is much larger, looks more modern, and ha a good number of dining and retail options in both the public and transit area. Internet connectivity here is extremely poor. The airport has its on wifi, but you'll need to have a local number.

I’m giving this airport 1 out of 5 stars due to a serious issue: the door to the smoking room was left open, and the strong smell of smoke made it extremely unpleasant—and nearly impossible—to wait at my gate. This is a health and comfort concern for non-smokers and should be addressed as a priority.