ioka.uz finds the cheapest Samarkand — Tashkent flight tickets. A direct flight takes just 1 hour. It's Uzbekistan's most in-demand domestic route, connecting the ancient Timurid capital with the country's modern capital. The plane's main competitor is the high-speed Afrosiyob train (2 h 10 min).
Samarkand — Tashkent Flights
Cheap flight tickets from 800,000 UZS
Cheap flight tickets from 800,000 UZS
Samarkand — Tashkent flight overview (SKD — TAS)
1 h 00 min
Average flight time
280 km
Distance
14
Weekly flights
800,000
Lowest price UZS
Samarkand — Tashkent direct flight schedule
| Airline | Days | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uzbekistan Airways | Daily (1–2 times a day) | 800,000 UZS | |
| Qanot Sharq | Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | 850,000 UZS |
Departure and arrival airports
Departure: Samarkand (SKD) — Islam Karimov International Airport, 6 km from the city center.
Arrival: Tashkent (TAS) — Islam Karimov International Airport. Domestic flights — Terminal 3.
Samarkand — Tashkent flight prices by month
| Month | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 800,000 UZS | 1,500,000 UZS |
| March | 850,000 UZS | 1,600,000 UZS |
| May | 950,000 UZS | 1,800,000 UZS |
| July | 1,100,000 UZS | 2,000,000 UZS |
| September | 1,050,000 UZS | 1,950,000 UZS |
| December | 1,150,000 UZS | 2,100,000 UZS |
Samarkand — Tashkent train tickets
The high-speed Afrosiyob train is the most popular alternative to flying on this route. Travel time is 2 h 10 min, arriving right in central Tashkent, with no airport procedures. Many passengers choose the train precisely for its convenience: factoring in the trip to the airport, check-in and city transfer, the total time ends up comparable to flying.
Afrosiyob Samarkand → Tashkent2 h 10 min
Sharq Samarkand → Tashkent3 h 30 min
Afrosiyob Samarkand → Bukhara1 h 30 min
On the Samarkand — Tashkent route, Afrosiyob competes with flying on total time. The train is preferable for most passengers: no baggage limits, no weather delays, arrival right in the center.
When is the best time to buy Samarkand — Tashkent tickets
Optimal is 1–2 weeks before departure. The lowest prices are in January and February. High season is April–May and September–October (tourist flow). Documents needed for the flight — an Uzbekistan citizen's passport.
FAQ
How long is the flight from Samarkand to Tashkent?
A direct flight — exactly 1 hour.
Is the plane better or the Afrosiyob train?
The Afrosiyob is more convenient: 2 h 10 min center-to-center. The plane is faster in the air (1 hour), but factoring in the trip to and from the airport, total time is close to the train. Most passengers choose the train.
How much does a Samarkand — Tashkent ticket cost?
From 800,000 UZS by plane. The Afrosiyob train is comparable or cheaper depending on class.
Which airlines fly Samarkand — Tashkent?
Uzbekistan Airways (1–2 flights a day) and Qanot Sharq (4 times a week).
What documents are needed?
An Uzbekistan domestic passport or ID card. This is a domestic flight, no visa needed.
How much luggage can I bring?
On Uzbekistan Airways domestic flights — 20 kg checked baggage + 8 kg carry-on.