Novosibirsk Airport Tolmachevo is one of the best airports in Russia, the largest transit hub beyond the Urals on the main routes connecting Europe and Asia. Tolmachevo plays a huge role in its region. The fact is that around 9 million people live within a radius of 500 km from Novosibirsk, and many of them use the air transport very often. The airport serves passengers of the Tomsk and Kemerovo regions, the Altai Territory and the Altai Republic. Thanks to this, Tolmachevo is actively developing and occupies a leading position. S7 Airlines company is based here.
July 12, 1957 is considered the birthday of the Novosibirsk airport. On this day, the first passenger flight to Moscow was conducted, and in 1972 Tolmachevo celebrated its millionth passenger. In honor of the 55th anniversary of the airport on the territory of Tolmachevo, a Tu-154 aircraft monument was established. It became the first exhibit of the local aviation museum.
Airport terminals
The airport has two passenger terminals: Terminal A for domestic flights in the country and Terminal B for international flights.
Services
In both terminals of the Tolmachevo Airport there are cafes, bars and restaurants of American, Italian and European cuisine, a duty free area of shops (in the international terminal), a chocolate shop, souvenir shops (including Siberian products), minimarkets, shops with a wide range of products - from sportswear and elite tea to toys and goods for hunting and fishing. There are also offices of travel agencies, banks and ATMs, a pharmacy, a luggage room (250 RUB per day for a piece of baggage), a post office (open from 9:00 to 18:00), a business hall, a VIP-hall and the SkyPort 4* hotel (located 300 meters from the station square). Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. It is convenient to track the flights using their online arrival and departure boards.
How to get to the airport
Tolmachevo is located on the outskirts of Novosibirsk. You can get to the city center by bus, shuttle bus, trolley bus or taxi.
Bus and shuttle bus
Bus number 111e runs from 4:00 to 22:30 every 30 minutes and arrives at the bus station, passing the railway station on the way. The journey time to the final stop is 50-60 minutes, the fare is 38 RUB. The train station can also be reached by bus number 312, the interval is 5-20 minutes, depending on the time of day. Bus number 112 runs from the airport to the shopping center "Mega", from 5:40 to 21:00. Trolleybus No. 401 runs to Kalinin Square. Operating hours are from 6:45 to 19:26.
Train
From January 14, 2015, for the convenience of passengers, a stop was made at the Ob railway station near the airport, from where you can take a train to Novosibirsk or other cities of Siberia.
You can get to the station from the airport terminal by buses No. 111E (every 30 minutes), No. 112 (every 20 minutes), No. 122 (every 30 minutes) and No. 312 (from 5 to 20 minutes). A taxi to the station will cost 200-300 RUB. The road by any transport will take no more than 7 minutes.
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Airport terminals
The airport has two passenger terminals: Terminal A for domestic flights in the country and Terminal B for international flights.
Services
In both terminals of the Tolmachevo Airport there are cafes, bars and restaurants of American, Italian and European cuisine, a duty free area of shops (in the international terminal), a chocolate shop, souvenir shops (including Siberian products), minimarkets, shops with a wide range of products - from sportswear and elite tea to toys and goods for hunting and fishing. There are also offices of travel agencies, banks and ATMs, a pharmacy, a luggage room (250 RUB per day for a piece of baggage), a post office (open from 9:00 to 18:00), a business hall, a VIP-hall and the SkyPort 4* hotel (located 300 meters from the station square). Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. It is convenient to track the flights using their online arrival and departure boards.
How to get to the airport
Tolmachevo is located on the outskirts of Novosibirsk. You can get to the city center by bus, shuttle bus, trolley bus or taxi.
Bus and shuttle bus
Bus number 111e runs from 4:00 to 22:30 every 30 minutes and arrives at the bus station, passing the railway station on the way. The journey time to the final stop is 50-60 minutes, the fare is 38 RUB. The train station can also be reached by bus number 312, the interval is 5-20 minutes, depending on the time of day. Bus number 112 runs from the airport to the shopping center "Mega", from 5:40 to 21:00. Trolleybus No. 401 runs to Kalinin Square. Operating hours are from 6:45 to 19:26.
Train
From January 14, 2015, for the convenience of passengers, a stop was made at the Ob railway station near the airport, from where you can take a train to Novosibirsk or other cities of Siberia.
You can get to the station from the airport terminal by buses No. 111E (every 30 minutes), No. 112 (every 20 minutes), No. 122 (every 30 minutes) and No. 312 (from 5 to 20 minutes). A taxi to the station will cost 200-300 RUB. The road by any transport will take no more than 7 minutes.
Book Transfer Online
One of the best ways is to book a transfer to Novosibirsk Airport Tolmachevo in advance, when you have time to choose the right taxi-company providing English-speaking drivers.
You can catch a taxi upon your arrival right at the airport, but you should always beware of riding an unlicensed taxi. Remember, that riding an unlicensed taxi may be dangerous; besides, the prices asked before and after the ride may vary greatly. Booking a transfer to Novosibirsk Airport Tolmachevo online is especially convenient if you have a late flight, as you may feel sure you'll not get stuck in a traffic jam at night.
Russia-IC recommends Kiwi transfer service and transfers from/to the airport. Here you can make a booking to Novosibirsk Airport Tolmachevo and choose the car you like including the class of the car, standard or business. All cars are equipped with GPS, and are constantly checked, all drivers are licensed. Most cars are equipped with terminals, so you can pay taxi with credit card (American Express, Visa, Master Card etc.).
How to book transfer to Novosibirsk Airport Tolmachevo online:
1. Find the route you want
Choose Novosibirsk city or train station in the search box.
2. Book transfer online
Specify the date and time of the transfer, the flight number, the hotel address or name and other details of the trip. Leave your contact details and make a prepayment. As soon as you do it, the car is booked.
3. Driver will meet you
At the appointed time and place, our driver will pick you up. He will be with your nameplate and all necessary information about the trip. He will help you with the luggage and comfortably take you to your destination.
This is the easiest way to get to Novosibirsk Airport.
Sources: https://tonkosti.ru
Author: Anna Dorozhkina