Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Samarkand travel guide

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You're Going to Love Samarkand

With a population of 319,366, Samarkand is the largest city in Samarqand, Uzbekistan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Samarkand has to offer.

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When to visit Samarkand

Samarkand in July
Estimated hotel price
$61
1 night at 3-star hotel
Samarkand in July
Estimated hotel price
$61
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Samarkand in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Samarkand, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Samarkand

Plane

When flying to Samarkand, you’ll arrive at Samarkand (SKD), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Samarkand from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 21h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Samarkand is to pick up a car rental from Tashkent, which is about 163 miles from Samarkand. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Hertz, among others, in Tashkent.

Plane

When flying to Samarkand, you’ll arrive at Samarkand (SKD), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Samarkand from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 21h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Samarkand is to pick up a car rental from Tashkent, which is about 163 miles from Samarkand. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Hertz, among others, in Tashkent.

Airports near Samarkand

KSQQarshi Khanabad
SKDSamarkand

Airlines serving Samarkand

Turkish Airlines
Good (4,105 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
China Southern
Good (122 reviews)
flydubai
Good (145 reviews)
Uzbekistan Airways
Good (36 reviews)
Azerbaijan Airlines
Excellent (13 reviews)
Loong Air
SCAT Airlines
Excellent (5 reviews)
Qanot Sharq
SunExpress
Good (170 reviews)
Ural Airlines
Good (2 reviews)
Aeroflot
Excellent (49 reviews)
S7 Airlines
Okay (10 reviews)
AZIMUTH
Excellent (1 reviews)
UTair
Poor (1 reviews)
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Where to stay in Samarkand

From 5-star hotels such as the Mövenpick Samarkand to great affordable options like the Sultan Hotel Boutique, Samarkand offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $54 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $68 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Samarkand

Most booked hotels in Samarkand

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Bibikhanum Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1629 reviews)
$56+
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Hotel Caravan Serail
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 658 reviews)
$35+
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Renting a car in Samarkand

Renting a car in Samarkand costs $59 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Samarkand.

Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Samarkand, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Samarkand costs $59 per day, on average, or $177 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Samarkand.

Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Samarkand, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

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