This is definitely an airport that doesn’t befit a country like Uzbekistan. It feels like a low-traffic airport in a medium-sized, ordinary city.
It’s an old building and far from modern. Of course, I’m not comparing it to Istanbul Airport, but I think it could have been better.
Lounges are available, but they won’t let you in, and they’re very expensive. I couldn’t understand this. If you’re thinking, “I’ll go early and use the lounge,” be prepared for this unpleasant surprise.
This is an airport that absolutely needs a much more professional operation. Inside, everything is quite expensive—food, drinks, and duty-free products. The duty-free section is also extremely inadequate.
The worst part is that the gate numbers are very hard to read. Also, the smoking room is terrible—it’s like a prison cell. I wish it were in an open area.
In conclusion, this is not an airport where you’ll want to spend much time. If you’re considering long transfers, avoid choosing this airport.
The airport service is a lot better than it used to be. The only problem is waiting time for luggage is very long considering it’s a small airport with few planes landing the luggage process needs to be improved upon..