Flights to Russia

Flights to Russia

Russia has a total of 165 airports, 42 of which handle intercontinental flights, 46 of these airports handle international flights. With domestic flights available at every airport, traveling by plane offers a fast and efficient way to explore the country. 119 of these airports exclusively serve domestic flights. All airports in Russia together handle 75,605 flights this month, departing from 278 airports in 40 countries, operated by 88 different airlines — including 13 low-cost carriers. You can fly to Russia in Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flight to Russia. Airports, destinations, routes and schedules are all clearly displayed on our interactive flight map. If you prefer a list view, the sections below with available departure and arrival airports might be useful. Looking to see which countries offer direct connections? You'll find that information further down, along with all airlines flying to Russia.

For a more comfortable journey, explore the Business Class and First Class sections on this page. You can also use the Class filter to choose your cabin class and see routes clearly displayed on the flight map. If you'd like to travel with an alliance, you can do so with Star Alliance, Oneworld or SkyTeam. Simply use the Alliance filter to display their specific routes on the map.

Destinations in Russia

Explore Russia!

Discover all 165 destinations in Russia. The most popular airports are in Moscow Sheremetyevo, Saint Petersburg, Moscow Vnukovo, Novosibirsk, Moscow Domodedovo, Sochi, Yekaterinburg, Kaliningrad, Kazan, Irkutsk, Krasnoyarsk, Ufa, Mineralnye Vody, Vladivostok, Khabarovsk and Tyumen. Collectively, the top 16 airports in these cities handle over 70% of all arriving flights this month.

Below is the full list of destinations in Russia, ranked by popularity based on the number of flights each airport handles. If you're interested in flying to any of these destinations, simply click it to view all routes, airlines, and flight schedules.

Airlines flying to Russia

When planning your trip to Russia, you have several airline options to consider. A total of 88 airlines offer direct flights to the country — including 13 low-cost carriers. Major airlines include Aeroflot, S7 Airlines and Pobeda. Together they operate more than half (56%) of all scheduled flights in August.

Below is an overview of the airlines that offer their services, ranked by popularity. If you are mainly interested in low-cost carriers, check out the next section a little further down this page.

Low-cost carriers flying to Russia

To find cheap airfare, consider flights operated by one of the airlines listed below when planning your trip. At the moment, there are 13 budget airlines to choose from. If you're looking for affordable flights, Pobeda provides the widest range of route options. They serve 79% of all flights operated by a low-cost airline (to a total of 32 destinations located throughout Russia).

What is the best time to visit Russia?

The best time to visit Russia depends on the destination you want to visit. Because Russia has destinations with multiple climate types (6 in total), the ideal time to visit will differ per region. However, considering most destinations and their weather, the best time to explore Russia as a whole is from January to December (all year round). In the sections below, you can find the ideal visiting time for each specific destination. We've categorized them by climate type to help you plan your trip and to visit Russia at the best time of the year!

🌲 ❄️  Subarctic / Alpine destinations

The Subarctic areas in Russia are famous for their breathtaking wilderness, vibrant wildlife, and natural spectacles like the Northern Lights and the midnight sun. These destinations are a dream for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers looking to explore rugged and isolated landscapes. Winters in these regions are long, tough, and extremely cold, often lasting 6 to 8 months, with temperatures regularly falling below -20°C (-4°F). In contrast, the summers are short yet mild, lasting only 1 to 3 months, with temperatures rising to a comfortable 15°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F).

There are several (95 as of today) Subarctic / Alpine destinations in Russia. The most suitable period for visiting these destinations is in the long, but also sunny winter months from November to March. Because there are plenty of winter sports opportunities in the elevated areas in this region, you can have a good time. Outside of winter, it is best to go here in the middle of summer (May - August), when temperatures are mild or even pleasantly warm.

🌳 🍂  Warm Continental destinations

Warm Continental destinations in Russia experience summer temperatures that vary from 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F), with occasional heatwaves bringing even higher temperatures. Winters are generally cold and snowy, with average temperatures falling between -5°C and 0°C (23°F to 32°F). Travelers can enjoy the vibrant colors of autumn, ski during the winter months, and enjoy the mild to warm temperatures in towns and cities during summer, taking in the unique beauty that each season offers.

There are 53 Warm Continental destinations in Russia reachable by plane. The best time to visit is from late spring till the end of summer, with pleasant temperatures from May to August. Winters here get cold, with frost in almost every winter month, from November to March. As snowfall is common here, the mountainous areas with this climate are ideal for winter sports, making them great spots to visit during winter too!

🌺 💦  Humid Subtropical destinations

The Humid Subtropical or Warm Temperate destinations in Russia have hot, humid summers — with temperatures around 30°C (86°F) — and mild to cool winters, with year-round rainfall that often peaks during the summer months. These places are known for their lively cities, diverse natural landscapes, and a wide range of outdoor activities.

Russia has 7 Warm Temperate / Humid Subtropical destinations that you can fly to. Although those destinations can be visited throughout the year, it is recommended to visit from April to June, or from August to October.

🥵  Hot Continental destinations

Hot Continental regions in Russia are known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and their cold, snowy winters, with temperatures often dropping below 0°C (32°F). This creates a sharp contrast between the seasons. These destinations offer a wide array of seasonal activities, ranging from summer hiking and boating to winter sports. Travelers can experience the warmth of summer and the refreshing chill of winter in these dynamic and diverse areas.

There are 6 Hot Continental destinations in Russia where you can fly to. It's usually best to visit these destinations in spring, summer or fall, from March to November, although the summer months can be very warm, these months also receive slightly more precipitation than in spring and fall.

🥶 🌨️  Polar / Tundra destinations

Winters in these areas are cold, with average temperatures well below 0°C (32°F) and often dropping to -30°C (-22°F), while summers are mainly short and cool. These places offer breathtaking landscapes, remote nature, and rich wildlife.

There are several (3 in total) Polar / Tundra destinations in Russia. The most suitable period for visiting these kind of destinations are in summer (June-August) as there will be plenty of daylight and lots of sun. Also if you like the snow these destinations are perfect as snow can be found here all year round, but be aware that winters here are cold and dark.

☀️  Hot Mediterranean destinations

The Mediterranean regions of Russia are cherished for their warm, dry summers, where temperatures often exceed 30°C (86°F). In some inland areas, temperatures can rise even higher, sometimes reaching 40°C (104°F) or more while their mild winters see a bit of rain. This delightful climate, combined with beautiful landscapes and sun-filled lifestyle attract visitors from around the globe.

Russia currently has 1 Hot Mediterranean destination that you can fly to. The destination listed below is attractive to visit all year round, but is best visited in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) when temperatures are pleasantly warm, especially since summers can get very hot in these regions.

Countries with direct flights to Russia

From which countries can you fly non-stop?

Below is a list of all 39 countries that have non-stop flights to Russia, including the number of airports that offer those flights:

Airports with direct flights to Russia

This section is ideal for finding the best airport to start your trip to Russia. All airports with direct flights are listed below, ranked by popularity. Currently, 113 airports across 39 countries and 4 continents offer direct flights to 165 airports in Russia.

Flying First Class to Russia

Which airports offer First Class flights?

If you're looking for a luxurious flight, you can choose to depart from a total of 6 airports (located in 3 different countries), and arrive at one of 6 First Class airports in Russia : Moscow Domodedovo, Moscow Vnukovo, Moscow Sheremetyevo, Vladivostok, Khabarovsk or Saint Petersburg Airport. Discover below all airports that have First Class options:

Departure airports with First Class flights

First Class airports in Russia

Flying Business Class to Russia

Where can you fly to in Business Class?

In total, there are 175 airports across 39 countries that provide business class flights to Russia. As of today, you can arrive at 83 airports in Business Class.

Departure airports with Business Class flights

Business Class airports in Russia

Domestic flights across Russia

With a total of 1,532 domestic routes, there are not that many flights within Russia itself. Moscow Sheremetyevo, Saint Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Sochi, Moscow Domodedovo, Yekaterinburg, Moscow Vnukovo, Kaliningrad and Irkutsk have the most domestic connections, helpful to know when planning your trip.

Aeroflot and S7 Airlines together operate more than half (53%) of all domestic flights in Russia, a total of 31,708 flights this month. The list below provides you with a lot more information, from interesting statistics to an overview of all domestic routes.

International flights from Europe to Russia

There are 5 cities spread across 2 countries in Europe that offer international flights to Russia. Those cities offer direct flights to one of 20 airports in the country.

The 2 most popular international airports are Moscow Sheremetyevo and Saint Petersburg Airport, which together handle more than half (63%) of all incoming international flights to the country. The majority of those flights are operated by 2 airlines: Belavia and Aeroflot.

In the following sections we provide detailed information on the available routes from every country with non-stop flights and (if available) stopover flights:

Flights from Belarus to Russia

From Belarus you can fly non-stop from 4 airports, and arrive at 20 different destinations in Russia. In total there are 26 direct routes from Belarus, operated by 6 different airlines — including Pobeda, which is usually the most budget-friendly.

Flights from Serbia to Russia

From Serbia you can fly non-stop from Belgrade Airport, and visit any of the 5 destinations in Russia. In total there are 5 direct routes from Serbia, operated by Air Serbia.

Serbia to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Serbia offer flights to 18 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Intercontinental flights to Russia

There are 3 continents beyond Europe that have direct flights to Russia. A total of 37 different countries across Africa, Asia and South America offer flights to the country. With 524 direct flight routes, connecting 108 intercontinental airports to 42 destinations, Russia is well-connected to various parts of the world. 74 different airlines (of which 12 are low-cost) are operating these long-haul flights.

Countries outside Europe with excellent flight connections to Russia include: Turkey, Uzbekistan, China, Armenia and Egypt.

All intercontinental flights can be found below — arranged by continent, country and departure airport.

Non-stop flights from Asia to Russia

From Asia, 30 countries have direct flights to Russia. 477 non-stop routes are available, operated by 65 airlines — 12 of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from Turkey to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Turkey you can do so from 8 airports. You will arrive at one of 29 destinations. Flights are operated by 15 airlines — including 3 low-cost carriers.

Turkey to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 42 airports in Turkey offer flights to 34 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Uzbekistan to Russia

There are 11 airports in Uzbekistan that have direct flights to Russia. You will arrive at one of 25 destinations. Flights are operated by 11 airlines — including 3 low-cost carriers.

Uzbekistan to Russia with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Russia, as 3 departure airports in Uzbekistan offer 1-stop flights to 24 destinations in Russia:

Flights from China to Russia

There are 25 airports in China that have direct flights to Russia. You will arrive at one of 14 destinations. Flights are operated by 16 airlines — including 2 low-cost carriers (Beijing Capital and China United)

China to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 224 airports in China offer flights to 23 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Armenia to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Armenia you can do so from 2 airports. You will arrive at one of 22 destinations. Flights are operated by 10 airlines — including 2 low-cost carriers (FlyOne Armenia and Pobeda)

Armenia to Russia with a stopover

There is another departure option available if you consider a stopover: Syunik Airport offers 1-stop flights to 22 destinations in Russia:

Flights from Kyrgyzstan to Russia

There are 3 airports in Kyrgyzstan that have direct flights to Russia. You will arrive at one of 15 destinations. Flights are operated by 10 airlines — including Pobeda, the only low-cost carrier on these routes.

Flights from Tajikistan to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Tajikistan you can do so from 4 airports. You will arrive at one of 17 destinations. Flights are operated by 5 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from Georgia to Russia

There are 3 airports in Georgia that have direct flights to Russia. You will arrive at one of 21 destinations. Flights are operated by 7 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Georgia to Russia with a stopover

There is another departure option available if you consider a stopover: Kutaisi Airport offers 1-stop flights to 20 destinations in Russia:

Flights from Kazakhstan to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Kazakhstan you can do so from 8 airports. You will arrive at one of 12 destinations. Flights are operated by 6 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Kazakhstan to Russia with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Russia, as 13 departure airports in Kazakhstan offer 1-stop flights to 25 destinations in Russia:

Flights from United Arab Emirates to Russia

There are 5 airports in United Arab Emirates that have direct flights to Russia. You will arrive at one of 17 destinations. Flights are operated by 11 airlines — including 3 low-cost carriers.

United Arab Emirates to Russia with a stopover

There is another departure option available if you consider a stopover: Al Ain Airport offers 1-stop flights to 3 destinations in Russia:

Flights from Azerbaijan to Russia

There are 3 airports in Azerbaijan that have direct flights to Russia. You will arrive at one of 14 destinations. Flights are operated by 7 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from Thailand to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Thailand you can do so from 2 airports. You will arrive at one of 8 destinations. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — Aeroflot and S7 Airlines, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

Thailand to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 14 airports in Thailand offer flights to 20 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Vietnam to Russia

There are 3 airports in Vietnam that have direct flights to Russia. You will arrive at one of 8 destinations. Flights are operated by 3 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Vietnam to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 18 airports in Vietnam offer flights to 25 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Turkmenistan to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Turkmenistan? This is possible from Ashgabat only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — S7 Airlines and Turkmenistan Airlines, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

Turkmenistan to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 6 airports in Turkmenistan offer flights to 17 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Israel to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Israel? This is possible from Tel Aviv only. You will arrive at one of 3 destinations. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — EL AL and Red Wings, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

Israel to Russia with a stopover

There is another departure option available if you consider a stopover: Eilat Airport offers 1-stop flights to 3 destinations in Russia:

Flights from Qatar to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Qatar? This is possible from Doha only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Qatar. Flights are operated by Qatar Airways.

Flights from Maldives to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Maldives? This is possible from Malé only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — Aeroflot and S7 Airlines, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

Maldives to Russia with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Russia, as 19 departure airports in Maldives offer 1-stop flights to 2 destinations in Russia:

Flights from India to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from India you can do so from 2 airports. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — Aeroflot and Ural Airlines, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

India to Russia with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Russia, as 85 departure airports in India offer 1-stop flights to 30 destinations in Russia:

Flights from Bahrain to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Bahrain? This is possible from Bahrain Island only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Bahrain. Flights are operated by Gulf Air.

Flights from Mongolia to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Mongolia? This is possible from Ulaanbaatar only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by 3 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Mongolia to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 8 airports in Mongolia offer flights to 2 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Oman to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Oman? This is possible from Muscat only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by Oman Air.

Oman to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 4 airports in Oman offer flights to 14 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Indonesia to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Indonesia? This is possible from Denpasar only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Indonesia. Flights are operated by Aeroflot.

Indonesia to Russia with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Russia, as 25 departure airports in Indonesia offer 1-stop flights to 27 destinations in Russia:

Flights from North Korea to Russia

Looking to fly directly from North Korea? This is possible from Pyongyang only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — Nordwind and Air Koryo, neither of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from Jordan to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Jordan? This is possible from Amman only. You will arrive at Moscow Domodedovo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Jordan. Flights are operated by Royal Jordanian.

Jordan to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 2 airports in Jordan offer flights to 31 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Saudi Arabia to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Saudi Arabia you can do so from 2 airports. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by 3 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Saudi Arabia to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 26 airports in Saudi Arabia offer flights to 39 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Hong Kong to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Hong Kong? This is possible from Hong Kong only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Hong Kong. Flights are operated by Aeroflot.

Flights from Afghanistan to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Afghanistan? This is possible from Kabul only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Afghanistan. Flights are operated by Ariana.

Afghanistan to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 4 airports in Afghanistan offer flights to 18 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Myanmar (Burma) to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Myanmar (Burma)? This is possible from Mandalay only. You will arrive at Novosibirsk — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Myanmar (Burma). Flights are operated by Myanmar Airways.

Myanmar (Burma) to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 8 airports in Myanmar (Burma) offer flights to 18 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Sri Lanka to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Sri Lanka? This is possible from Colombo only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Sri Lanka. Flights are operated by Aeroflot.

Sri Lanka to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 8 airports in Sri Lanka offer flights to 20 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Kuwait to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Kuwait? This is possible from Kuwait City only. You will arrive at Moscow Domodedovo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Kuwait. Flights are operated by 2 airlines — including Jazeera Airways, the only low-cost carrier on these routes.

Flights from Iran to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Iran? This is possible from Tehran only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Iran. Flights are operated by Aeroflot.

Iran to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 8 airports in Iran offer flights to 24 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Non-stop flights from Africa to Russia

From Africa, 6 countries have direct flights to Russia. 46 non-stop routes are available, operated by 10 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Flights from Egypt to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Egypt you can do so from 4 airports. You will arrive at one of 22 destinations. Flights are operated by 6 airlines — none of which are low-cost carriers.

Egypt to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 8 airports in Egypt offer flights to 26 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Morocco to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Morocco? This is possible from Casablanca only. You will arrive at one of 2 destinations. Flights are operated by Royal Air Maroc.

Morocco to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 18 airports in Morocco offer flights to 17 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Flights from Ethiopia to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Ethiopia? This is possible from Addis Ababa only. You will arrive at Moscow Domodedovo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Ethiopia. Flights are operated by Ethiopian Airlines.

Ethiopia to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 25 airports in Ethiopia offer flights to Moscow Domodedovo Airport with a single stop:

Flights from Tanzania to Russia

If you'd like to fly non-stop from Tanzania you can do so from 2 airports. You will arrive at Moscow Vnukovo Airport, the only destination for direct flights out of Tanzania. Flights are operated by Air Tanzania.

Tanzania to Russia with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Russia, as 17 departure airports in Tanzania offer 1-stop flights to 17 destinations in Russia:

Flights from Seychelles to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Seychelles? This is possible from Mahé only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Seychelles. Flights are operated by Aeroflot.

Seychelles to Russia with a stopover

There is another option available if you consider a stopover flight: Praslin Island Airport offers a 1-stop flight to Moscow Sheremetyevo:

Flights from Algeria to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Algeria? This is possible from Algiers only. You will arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Algeria. Flights are operated by Air Algerie.

Algeria to Russia with a stopover

There are more departure airports available if you consider a stopover: 30 airports in Algeria offer flights to 17 destinations in Russia with a single stop:

Non-stop flights from South America to Russia

From South America you can only depart from Brazil for a direct flight to Russia. These route(s) are operated by one airline.

Flights from Brazil to Russia

Looking to fly directly from Brazil? This is possible from Arapongas only. You will arrive at Naryan-Mar — currently the only direct route connecting Russia and Brazil. Flights are operated by RusLine.

Brazil to Russia with a stopover

If a stopover works for you, it will provide you with more departure options to reach Russia, as 3 departure airports in Brazil offer 1-stop flights to 18 destinations in Russia:

Most popular routes to Russia

Whether you're looking to explore the scenic landscapes, charming towns and vibrant cities of Russia, visit friends and family or simply need to attend a business meeting — we've got you covered. Check out the list below to find the most popular non-stop flights available for your journey.

Popular routes to Russia with a stopover

If there is no airport near you offering direct flights to Russia, don't worry — you can still reach the country with a brief stopover along the way.

Below is a list of the most popular routes that require a stopover.

To see all 1- or 2-stop flight options, simply use the "Show indirect destinations" button on the map, or use the search bar to select your departure airport and discover all available routes from there to Russia!

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