Arriving at Yerevan Zvartnots Airport: how to get to the city
Zvartnots Airport (EVN) is 12 km from central Yerevan. A city bus costs about 300 AMD, taxi apps 2,500–4,000 AMD and the airport taxi desk 4,000–6,000 AMD (absolutearmenia.com, 2026). A pre-booked private car with a name sign costs $25 per car — useful at night, with a family or with lots of luggage. Prices checked .
A short checklist for the first hour in Armenia.
Passport control
Citizens of Russia, the EU, the UK, the US and many other countries enter Armenia visa-free. Rules change — check the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or your government’s travel advice before you fly.
Cash and SIM cards
ATMs and exchange counters are in the arrivals hall; Team, Viva and Ucom sell tourist SIM cards there (passport needed).
Zvartnots Airport to Yerevan: every way compared (2026)
| Option | Price | Time | Door to door | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City bus to the centre | approx. ≈ 300 AMD per person | approx. 40–60 min | No | Light luggage, daytime |
| Taxi app (Yandex Go, GG) | approx. 2,500–4,000 AMD per car | approx. 20–30 min | Yes | Local SIM / app users |
| Airport taxi desk | approx. 4,000–6,000 AMD per car | approx. 20–30 min | Yes | No booking |
| Private car (RideARM) | $25 per car (sedan), ≈ $8 per person for 3 | 24 min | Yes | Families, luggage, night arrivals, photo stops |
Public transport fares are approximate; check locally. Sources: Absolute Armenia, Zvartnots Airport to the city centre (updated 14 May 2026) (2026-10-22); Absolute Armenia, Zvartnots Airport to the city centre (updated 14 May 2026) (2026-10-22); Absolute Armenia, Zvartnots Airport to the city centre (updated 14 May 2026) (2026-10-22).
Questions
Is it safe to take an app taxi at night?
App taxis are widely used in Yerevan. A pre-booked car is for those who want a fixed price, a name sign and a driver who waits if the flight is late.
Do you charge more at night?
No — the price is the same at any hour.