On this page, you can find and buy flights for the Samara — Irkutsk route. This flight connects the Volga region and Eastern Siberia, covering a distance of 3,568 km, with a flight frequency of approximately once a week.
IrAero (IO) is the main carrier on this route. To plan your trip, we recommend checking in advance how to get to Samara Airport and how to get from Irkutsk Airport to the city center.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Samara — Irkutsk by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 426 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 2,551 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Samara → Irkutsk, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 815 | medium | May | AED 792 | medium | Sep | AED 978 | high |
| Feb | AED 745 | low | Jun | AED 1,164 | high | Oct | AED 862 | medium |
| Mar | AED 885 | high | Jul | AED 1,025 | high | Nov | AED 768 | low |
| Apr | AED 722 | low | Aug | AED 815 | medium | Dec | AED 931 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Irkutsk is characterized by distinct seasonality: July is the warmest month with an average temperature of 24.8°C. The lowest temperatures and driest air occur in January, when the thermometer drops to -24.2°C.
Airfares fluctuate significantly throughout the year. The most budget-friendly month to fly from Samara is September, with prices starting AED 425, while June marks the price peak—flights will cost AED 1,443.
September is considered the optimal time for a trip, as prices decrease while the weather remains moderately warm. It is best to avoid flying in the height of summer if you want to minimize travel costs.
Regular flights on the Samara — Irkutsk route are provided by IrAero (IO). The carrier operates direct flights approximately once a week. To see the detailed flight schedule, travel time, and aircraft types, check the interactive list and airline cards below.
Flights Samara — Irkutsk depart from Kurumoch and arrive at Irkutsk Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 3,568 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 4 hours and 15 minutes, though the exact duration depends on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
The main carrier on this route is IrAero (IO). Connecting flights through major aviation hubs with other Russian airlines are also possible.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route. The flight frequency is low, at about once a week, so it is recommended to book seats in advance.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the departure date and demand. You can check the current minimum price for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights from Samara arrive at Irkutsk International Airport (IKT), which is located within the city limits, making transfers to your accommodation easier.
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