The cheapest air tickets are usually obtained by purchasing them a month in advance, with morning departures in the middle of the week.
Citizens of the USA and the United Kingdom can visit Armenia without a visa for up to 180 days within one year for tourism purposes. A valid passport is required for entry, with an expiration date that exceeds the intended date of departure from Armenia. It is recommended to have medical insurance for the duration of the trip.
In Yerevan, tourists are recommended to visit the architectural complex "The Cascade," the Opera and Ballet Theater, the Blue Mosque, St. Hakob Church, and St. Katoghike Church.
Zvartnots International Airport is located twelve kilometers from Yerevan. You can reach the city center by city bus No. 201, private minibus No. 107 or No. 108, or by taxi.
In the best cafes in Yerevan, you must try lahmacun, also known as Armenian pizza, exquisite dolma, khinkali, khorovats — spicy kebabs with fresh herbs and vegetables, kufta meatballs, and much more. The dishes are served with Armenian wine "Old Yerevan", fruit vodka, and the famous Armenian brandy.
From Yerevan to the airport, you can get:
- By city bus No. 201, which departs from the Opera and Ballet Theater. Travel time is about 40 minutes, and the fare is around 1 USD. - By private minibus No. 107 (to the "Barekamutyun" metro station) or No. 108 (to the railway station). The journey takes no more than 15 minutes, and the fare is about 0.5 USD. - By taxi. You can order a taxi on the airport website or through any convenient service. The average cost of a trip from Zvartnots to the center of Yerevan is 2-5 USD.