Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

Capital and largest city of Kyrgyzstan.
Served by Manas International Airport (BSZ).

History

Bishkek, formerly known as Pishpek, and then Frunze (1926–1991), is the capital and largest city of Kyrgyzstan, and the capital of the Chüy Region. It is situated near the border with Kazakhstan and has a population of around 1,200,000 people as of 2024.

Restaurants & places to go

Aldo Coffee Bishkek

Coffee Shop, Pizza, Burger, Italian, Sandwich, Chicken, Ice Cream, International, Cafe · Кофейня Альдо "Aldo Coffee" - это вкусный и комфортный отдых в… · aldo.kg

Indoor

Bublik

Italian, Cafe · Привет! Я - новая кофейня в самом центре города. Я - аромат настоящего кофе. Я - это уютная домашняя атмосфера. Я - Бублик ;) Opening hours:… · facebook.com

Indoor

Крафт

Cafe · state Opening hours: Mo-Su 12:00-02:00 · 208 улица Московская, Bishkek · instagram.com

Indoor

Burger House

Fast Food · кафе быстрого питания Opening hours: 10:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · 148 улица Киев, Bishkek · burgerhouse.kg

Indoor

Giraffe

Pizza, Burger, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:00-24:00 Features: takeaway · 101 улица Боконбаева, Bishkek, 720040 · https://instagram @giraffe coffee

Indoor

Papa John's

Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-24:00 Features: takeaway, delivery, vegetarian options, air conditioning · 127 проспект Чуй, Bishkek, 720011 · papajohns.kg

Indoor

Social Coffee

International, Pasta, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:00-00:00 Features: outdoor seating · facebook.com

Indoor

Dodo Pizza

Pizza, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 09:00-01:00 Features: halal · 101/1 улица Шопоков, Bishkek, 720021 · dodopizza.kg

Indoor

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Airports

Manas International Airport (BSZ) 23 km to the centre

Bishkek, C, KG — You board from the indoor waiting area — no need to plan for the weather.

Indoor

Tokmok Airport 60 km to the centre

Tokmok, C, KG

Outdoor

Burana Airport 61 km to the centre

Burana village, C, KG

Outdoor

Baytik Airport 16 km to the centre

Baytik, C, KG

Outdoor

Chat-Kol Aerodrome 28 km to the centre

Chat-Kol, C, KG

Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Manas International Airport (BSZ); 6 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Private aviation

On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.

Air Charter Service

Broker · Any aircraft via operators worldwide · Global charter broker with 30+ offices; private jets, group charters and cargo.

ExecuJet

FBO, charter, management · Managed fleet · FBO network and management across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.

Flexjet

Fractional, jet card · Embraer Praetor, Bombardier Challenger & Global, Gulfstream · Fractional ownership and jet cards in North America and Europe.

Global Jet

Charter, management · Large-cabin & VIP airliners · Geneva-based operator known for large-cabin and VIP airliner charters.

Jet Aviation

Charter, management, FBO, MRO · Managed fleet worldwide · General Dynamics company: charter, completions and FBOs in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the US.