London to Tbilisi is a medium-haul route to the Georgian capital, now flown non-stop in about five hours by two carriers. British Airways serves it from Heathrow and easyJet from Luton, while budget travellers can also reach Georgia via Kutaisi. Checking every return fare on sale, the direct is not automatically the cheapest: easyJet’s non-stop runs £193–£198 while a Wizz Air Malta connection from Luton starts at £136. This guide covers who really flies the route, what a return actually costs in pounds, and when to book for the Caucasus.
Route: London (LHR / LTN) → Tbilisi (TBS)
Distance: approximately 3,000 km (1,860 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 5h 00m – 5h 15m eastbound
Direct flights: Yes — British Airways flies non-stop from Heathrow (around four times a week) and easyJet from Luton; in our fare data every direct fare was easyJet’s, at £193–£198. One-stop routings are a genuine alternative here and can be cheaper: Wizz Air Malta from Luton came in at £136–£174, below every direct.
Fares from London to Tbilisi (GBP)
Georgia’s peak seasons are late spring and early autumn, when the weather is mildest for the city and the mountains, plus the summer holidays. Winter is the quietest and cheapest time to fly, aside from a bump around Christmas and the ski weeks. The figures below are typical economy return fares in pounds — easyJet’s light fares sit at the lower end.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | low-medium (ski) |
| February | — | low |
| March | — | medium |
| April | — | high (spring) |
| May | — | high |
| June | — | high |
| July | — | high (summer holidays) |
| August | — | high |
| September | — | high (autumn) |
| October | — | medium |
| November | — | low |
| December | — | medium-high (holidays) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, a genuinely good return lands around £160–£180 — that band is right, and the floor is £136 on a Wizz Air Malta connection from Luton. The overall median is £198, which is also roughly what easyJet’s direct costs, so around £200 is the ordinary price for flying non-stop and anything under about £170 means connecting. Above that the tiers climb steeply: Aegean via Athens £283–£455 and Lufthansa £456–£494. The lowest fares are hand-baggage only — add a checked bag and the all-in price rises.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 5 hours):
- British Airways — non-stop Heathrow → Tbilisi, roughly four times a week; a full-service fare with a checked bag on most tickets.
- easyJet — non-stop from Luton; low base fares, with bags and seats priced as add-ons.
Alternatives (usually not cheaper):
- Wizz Air via Kutaisi (KUT) — not Tbilisi itself; Kutaisi is a separate Georgian gateway about 3–4 hours west by road, useful if the fare is much lower.
- Turkish Airlines via Istanbul or Gulf carriers via their hubs — one-stop options with good networks, but generally slower and pricier than the non-stops.
For most travellers the two non-stops are the obvious choice. Compare British Airways’ all-in fare against easyJet once you’ve added any bags you need — the gap is often small.
When to book & how to save
- Book 6–12 weeks ahead for the best balance of price and choice on this medium-haul route.
- Travel in the shoulder months (late October to March, outside the holidays) for the lowest fares — the city is atmospheric in winter and the wine country is quiet.
- Fly midweek: Tuesday and Wednesday departures usually undercut weekend flights.
- Weigh the Kutaisi option: a much cheaper Wizz Air fare into Kutaisi can be worth the onward transfer, but factor in the 3–4 hour road journey to Tbilisi.
- Compare all-in prices including bags: British Airways usually includes a checked bag, whereas easyJet’s cheapest fares don’t — so the headline price isn’t always the true price.
Arriving in Tbilisi
You land at Tbilisi International (TBS), about 17 km southeast of the centre. The cheapest way in is bus route 337 to Freedom Square (around 40–50 minutes for well under £1), while a metered or app-booked taxi to the centre costs roughly £8–£12 and takes about 20 minutes. Georgia uses the lari; cards are widely accepted in the city, but it’s worth carrying some cash for taxis and smaller cafes.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Tbilisi?
The non-stop flight takes about 5 hours to 5 hours 15 minutes eastbound (London to Tbilisi), and a little longer coming back. One-stop routings via Istanbul or the Gulf typically take 8 to 12 hours in total, depending on the connection.
Are there direct flights from London to Tbilisi?
Yes. British Airways flies non-stop from London Heathrow (around four times a week) and easyJet from London Luton. Wizz Air flies to Kutaisi rather than Tbilisi itself, so it’s an alternative gateway rather than a direct Tbilisi service.
How much does it cost to fly from London to Tbilisi?
A typical economy return runs about £170–£250 depending on the season and baggage, with a median of £198. The cheapest fares are connections from Luton at £136–£174; easyJet’s direct is £193–£198; the full-service routings run £283–£494. The spring, summer and autumn peaks sit toward the top of the range.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Tbilisi?
February and November are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, connecting returns started at £136 and the easyJet direct at £193. Avoid the April–September peak and the Christmas holidays, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from London to Tbilisi?
Non-stop: easyJet from Luton carried every direct fare we found, at £193–£198; British Airways also flies it non-stop from Heathrow but did not appear among the cheapest fares when we checked. One-stop, cheapest first: Wizz Air Malta from Luton (£136–£174, cheaper than any direct), AJet from Stansted (£211–£391), Norwegian from Gatwick (£306–£330), Aegean via Athens (£283–£455) and Lufthansa (£456–£494). Wizz Air also flies to nearby Kutaisi.
Which airport do I fly into in Tbilisi?
You arrive at Tbilisi International (TBS), the Georgian capital’s main airport, about 17 km from the centre. Don’t confuse it with Kutaisi (KUT), a separate airport served by Wizz Air about 3–4 hours west by road.
How far in advance should I book London to Tbilisi flights?
Aim to book 6 to 12 weeks ahead. Fares on this medium-haul route tend to climb closer to departure, especially over the spring and autumn peaks and the summer holidays, so booking early usually saves money.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday and Wednesday) are usually a little cheaper than Friday–Sunday, and flying out and back on weekdays can save £30–£70 on a return. Being flexible by a day or two is one of the easiest ways to trim the fare.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — always check the live fare before booking.
