Bishkek → Chunkurchak transfer
Chunkurchak, Kashka-Suu, ZiL and Kashkulak — the ski bases closest to Bishkek, 30–35 km south of the city, under an hour away. Price is a ski day with hotel pickup and the driver waiting.
- Distance35 km
- Drive time54 min
- Pricefrom $55
Bishkek → Chunkurchak: price per car
| Car | Per car return trip, driver waits | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Camry or similar | $55 ≈ 4,800 som | $28 | $18 | — | — |
| Minivan up to 6 Hyundai Starex / Delica | $70 ≈ 6,100 som | $35 | $23 | $18 | $12 |
| 4x4 up to 4 Land Cruiser / Prado / UAZ | $85 ≈ 7,400 som | $43 | $28 | $21 | — |
| Sprinter up to 16 Mercedes Sprinter, up to 16 seats | $130 ≈ 11,400 som | $65 | $43 | $33 | $22 |
English-speaking driver +$15–20 · return — same price. Prices updated 12 October 2026.
The road
Southern suburbs, then mountain roads into the Ala-Archa foothills; the last few km are steep and need winter tyres.
Good to know
- Can't decide? Chunkurchak has the most chairlifts (5); Kashka-Suu is quieter; ZiL has the highest base and a planned gondola.
- Rental on site is 600–1,200 som; we can stop at a Bishkek rental shop on the way.
Included
- Private car and driver, fuel, tolls
- Meet & greet with name sign at airports, 60 min free waiting
- Stops on the way where you ask (up to 1 h in total)
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before
- Pay the driver in cash or card — no prepayment for transfers
Bishkek → Chunkurchak: questions
Which ski resort is closest to Bishkek?
Politech (17 km) is the closest; Chunkurchak, Kashka-Suu, ZiL and Kashkulak are 30–35 km, about 50 minutes.
How much is a ski day transfer?
$55 by sedan, $70 by minivan with skis, including up to 7 hours of waiting.
Ski pass prices?
About 1,100–1,600 som per day in 2025; we update when the 2026/27 prices are out.
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