Non-stop flights from Samarkand (SKD)
Samarkand Airport (IATA: SKD, ICAO: UTSS), also known as Samarkand International Airport, is the second largest airport in Uzbekistan.It is an international airport and serves the area of Samarkand, Uzbekistan.Samarkand Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 23 destinations in 8 countries.
At present, there is one domestic flight from Samarkand.
The longest flight from Samarkand SKD is a 2,308 mile (3,714 km) non-stop route to Xi'an XIY. This direct flight takes around 5 hours and 5 minutes and is operated by Loong Air.
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In total there are 18 airlines flying from and to Samarkand. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Samarkand
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Samarkand, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Samarkand that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Samarkand. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Samarkand by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Samarkand below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Best time to travel from Samarkand
Traveling from Samarkand offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including . Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below.
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Check out the 13 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Samarkand. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Samarkand currently offers non-stop flights to 5 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Samarkand, you have the option to take a direct flight to 3 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Samarkand, consider these 2 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
Business class flights from Samarkand
There are 12 airports that have flights from Samarkand in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from SKD are listed below:
Intercontinental flights from Samarkand
The following is an overview of all non-stop intercontinental flights operating from Samarkand International Airport (SKD).
* Please note that there are no direct services between Samarkand and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Southern Asia, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Samarkand to Europe
Azimuth: seasonal flights to Krasnodar (KRR), Sochi (AER), Ufa (UFA) and Mineralnye Vody (MRV).
Ural Airlines: seasonal flights to Moscow Domodedovo (DME), year-round flights to Moscow Zhukovsky (ZIA), seasonal flights to Sochi (AER) and year-round flights to Yekaterinburg (SVX).
Uzbekistan Airways: seasonal flights to Kazan (KZN), Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) and Saint Petersburg (LED).
Aeroflot: seasonal flights to Moscow Sheremetyevo (SVO) and Saint Petersburg (LED).
Centrum Air: year-round to Moscow Domodedovo (DME) and seasonal flights to Sochi (AER).
Qanot Sharq: seasonal flights to Moscow Domodedovo (DME) and Saint Petersburg (LED).
UTair: seasonal flights to Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) and Saint Petersburg (LED).
S7 Airlines: year-round to Novosibirsk (OVB).
Non-stop flights from Samarkand to Africa
Air Samarkand is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Samarkand to Africa. They fly seasonal to Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH).
Non-stop flights from Samarkand to the Middle-East / Western Asia
Uzbekistan Airways: seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV) and Istanbul (IST).
Centrum Air: year-round to Tel Aviv (TLV) and seasonal flights to Istanbul (IST).
Qanot Sharq: seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV).
SunExpress: year-round to Izmir (ADB).
Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance): year-round to Istanbul (IST).
Azerbaijan: year-round to Baku (GYD).
Flydubai: seasonal flights to Dubai (DXB).
Non-stop flights from Samarkand to China
China Southern: seasonal flights to Urumqi (URC).
Loong Air: seasonal flights to Xi'an (XIY).
Non-stop flights from Samarkand to Central Asia
Uzbekistan Airways: seasonal flights to Tashkent (TAS).
Centrum Air: seasonal flights to Tashkent (TAS).
Uzbekistan Helicopters: seasonal flights to Tashkent (TAS).
FlyArystan: seasonal flights to Almaty (ALA).
International flights from Samarkand
Flights from Samarkand to Azerbaijan
Baku is the only destination in Azerbaijan with direct flights from Samarkand. Direct flights to Baku are offered by Azerbaijan.
All flights to Azerbaijan
Flights from Samarkand to China
There are 2 destinations in China that have non-stop flights from Samarkand.
Direct flights to Urumqi are offered by China Southern. This is a seasonal route that started in March and ends in April.
The only airline with direct flights to Xi'an is Loong Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
All flights to China
Flights from Samarkand to Egypt
In Egypt, the only destination that has a direct flight from Samarkand is Sharm el-Sheikh. Direct flights to Sharm el-Sheikh are offered by Air Samarkand. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
All flights to Egypt
Flights from Samarkand to Israel
There is 1 destination in Israel that has a direct connection from Samarkand, which is Tel Aviv. Non-stop flights to Tel Aviv are offered by Centrum Air, Qanot Sharq and Uzbekistan Airways.
All flights to Israel
Flights from Samarkand to Kazakhstan
If you are looking for a direct flight from Samarkand to Kazakhstan, there are 2 destinations to choose from.
Direct flights to Almaty are offered by FlyArystan. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in May 2026.
The only airline with direct flights to Astana is Qazaq Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
All flights to Kazakhstan
Flights from Samarkand to Russia
Russia is well-connected to Samarkand (SKD) with 12 destinations around the country that have direct flights from Samarkand.
Direct flights to Kazan are offered by Uzbekistan Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
To Krasnodar and Mineralnye Vody, you can fly with Azimuth.
Non-stop flights to Moscow Domodedovo are offered by Centrum Air, Qanot Sharq and Ural Airlines.
Direct flights to Moscow Sheremetyevo are offered by Aeroflot. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Moscow Vnukovo with UTair or Uzbekistan Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
Direct flights to Moscow Zhukovsky are offered by Ural Airlines.
The only airline with direct flights to Novosibirsk is S7 Airlines.
From Samarkand to Saint Petersburg there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Aeroflot, Qanot Sharq, UTair and Uzbekistan Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
Non-stop flights to Sochi are offered by Azimuth, Centrum Air and Ural Airlines.
Direct flights to Ufa are offered by Azimuth. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Samarkand to Yekaterinburg with Ural Airlines.
All flights to Russia
Flights from Samarkand to Turkey
In Turkey, there are 2 destinations from Samarkand.
Non-stop flights to Istanbul are offered by Centrum Air, Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance) and Uzbekistan Airways.
The only airline with direct flights to Izmir is SunExpress.
All flights to Turkey
Flights from Samarkand to United Arab Emirates
In United Arab Emirates, the only destination that has a direct flight from Samarkand is Dubai. Direct flights to Dubai are offered by Flydubai. This route is not operational yet but will start in June.
All flights to United Arab Emirates
Domestic flights from Samarkand
Flights from Samarkand to Uzbekistan
There is just one domestic flight from Samarkand, which is between Samarkand and Tashkent. Non-stop flights to Tashkent are offered by Centrum Air, Uzbekistan Airways and Uzbekistan Helicopters. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
All flights to Uzbekistan
Alternative airports near Samarkand
There are two alternative airports to Samarkand (SKD) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which are Karshi (KSQ) and Navoi (NVI).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Samarkand?
There is 1 airport in Samarkand: Samarkand International Airport (SKD).
What is the best airport to fly from Samarkand?
The most convenient airport to fly from Samarkand is Samarkand International Airport (SKD).
How many airlines fly from Samarkand?
There are 18 airlines flying from Samarkand to 23 airports around the world, as of May 2026.
Which airlines fly from Samarkand?
Uzbekistan Airways, Centrum Air and Azimuth operate most flights from Samarkand. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Samarkand?
Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying from Samarkand.
How many nonstop flights are there from Samarkand?
There are roughly 439 flights departing from Samarkand every month (or 105 flights each week), to a total of 23 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Samarkand Airport?
The official name of Samarkand Airport is Samarkand International Airport.
What is the airport code of Samarkand Airport?
The airport code of Samarkand Airport is SKD.
What are the most popular flights from Samarkand?
Moscow Vnukovo, Istanbul and Moscow Domodedovo are the 3 most popular routes from Samarkand. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Samarkand, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Samarkand?
| Samarkand to Moscow Vnukovo | 4h |
| Samarkand to Istanbul | 5h 15m |
| Samarkand to Moscow Domodedovo | 4h 25m |
| Samarkand to Tashkent | 50m |
| Samarkand to Moscow Zhukovsky | 4h 10m |
