Where is the best place to exchange money in Tbilisi: at the airport or near Ortachala bus station?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 13 days ago
TL;DR
Travelers did not confirm any especially good exchange rates at Tbilisi Airport; if airport exchange booths are closed or the rate looks poor, heading to central Tbilisi is the safer option because at least one 24/7 exchange office is available there. The airport is close enough to the center that going into town is usually practical.
What the community said
There was no confirmed recommendation for a good-rate exchange office at Ortachala bus station. If the rate matters, travelers suggest relying on central Tbilisi rather than expecting the best deal at the station.
13 days ago Ortachala bus station
If the exchange booths at the airport are closed, travelers report that there is at least one 24/7 exchange office in the city, and sometimes a couple of other exchange points are open as well.
13 days ago 24/7 exchange office in central Tbilisi
A practical tip from travelers: Tbilisi Airport is close to the city and most services are concentrated in the center, so if the airport rate is poor, it makes sense to exchange money after reaching downtown.
13 days ago Tbilisi Airport / city center
Travelers often ask about the best airport exchange rate, but in these messages no specific airport booth was confirmed as having a good rate. In practice, that means comparing the airport rate with city options and avoiding exchanging your full amount right away.
13 days ago Tbilisi Airport