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Samarkand
(Updated: April, 06, 2025 05:05)
Samarkand
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Popular Airlines
Turkish Airlines
Uzbekistan Airways
Aeroflot Russian Airlines
Flight Time
14~19 hours
The flight time to Samarkand is approximately 14~19 hours. Find out more about the history, economy, climate and transportation options before you visit Samarkand.
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Samarkand
Samarkand is one of the oldest city in Central Asia with a population of about 504,423 people and an area of 108 square kilometers.The city is centrally situated on Silk road between China and the West. Samarkand was once made the capital of Temur empire in the 14th century. Samarkand was founded between 650 and 550 BC and conquered by Alexander the Great in 329 BC. Samarkand was later conquered by Arabs and the Samarkand became an important location of Muslim culture. . Samarkand city eventually grew as a trade center due to its location between the Mediterranean region and China. Samarkand is in present day the capital of Samarkand region and the second largest in Uzbekistan.
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Travel FAQs
Q. What are the main tourist attractions in Samarkand?
A. Before you get your ticket get a list of sites you can visit. The tomb sites that are a must visit when in Samarkand include Tomb of Prophet Daniel, Khidja Ahrar Ensemble which houses the grave of the famous religious and state benefactor of the 15th century and the Abdi Daru Ensemble which was erected over the grave of a famous lawyer. Mosques that are tourist attractions in Samarkand are Bibi-Khanym and Hazrat-Khizr. The mausoleums include Rukbat Mausoleum, Abu Mansur Al Maturidi Mausoleum and Gur Emir Mausoleum.
Q. How much is an air ticket to Samarkand?
A. The ticket cost is dependent on the distance from departure center and the time of year. The further the distance the more the ticket cost. The less the distance the less the ticket cost. peak seasons also have a higher ticket cost compared to non-peak seasons.
Q. What is the best time of the year to visit Samarkand?
A. Samarkand has a continental type of climate. Samarkand has both hot summers and cold winters. The hottest months are June, July and August with highs reaching and exceeding 40 degrees celsius. The coldest months are December, January and February with lows reaching 6 degrees celsius. The best season to travel to get your air ticket is between April/May and September/ October.