Cheap flights to Ulan-Ude
A journey to the capital of Buryatia begins with arrival at Baikal International Airport, which is located just 10 kilometers from the city center. Direct air links connect Ulan-Ude with 15 key destinations, making the region accessible to travelers from across the country. The most frequent flight schedules are recorded on routes from Moscow (66 flights per week), Irkutsk (32 flights), and Novosibirsk (28 flights).
Currently, 12 airlines operate regular flights, providing a wide range of options for trip planning. The leading carriers by number of flights are S7 Airlines, IrAero, and Aeroflot. Below are departure city cards with a search form to help you quickly find a suitable flight, while additional information can be found in the travel guide or the weather section.

Irkutsk — Ulan-Ude


Novosibirsk — Ulan-Ude

Blagoveshchensk — Ulan-Ude

Nizhneangarsk — Ulan-Ude


Moscow — Ulan-Ude


Yekaterinburg — Ulan-Ude


Tashkent — Ulan-Ude
When is the best time to book a flight to Ulan-Ude?
The price of a flight to Ulan-Ude changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 30 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $471. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
Flight insights to Ulan-Ude
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Ulan-Ude — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Ulan-Ude come from Moscow, Irkutsk and Novosibirsk. Moscow leads with around 66 flights a week.
- Moscow66 flights/week
- Irkutsk32 flights/week
- Novosibirsk28 flights/week
- Taksimo8 flights/week
- Krasnoyarsk8 flights/week
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Ulan-Ude range from Irkutsk at $43 to Moscow at $160 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Moscowfrom $160
- Irkutskfrom $43
- Novosibirskfrom $83
- Taksimofrom $147
- Krasnoyarskfrom $91
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Ulan-Ude from right now are Irkutsk from $43, Novokuznetsk from $51 and Barnaul from $52.
- Irkutskfrom $43
- Novokuznetskfrom $51
- Barnaulfrom $52
- Kemerovofrom $72
- Novosibirskfrom $83
Popular departure cities to Ulan-Ude
Frequently asked questions
- How many cities offer flights to Ulan-Ude?
- The schedule features 15 main departure cities providing direct links to the region. The route network covers both major federal centers and neighboring eastern regions of Russia.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Ulan-Ude?
- The highest number of flights are operated from Moscow (66 flights per week), Irkutsk (32 flights), and Novosibirsk (28 flights). Flights from Krasnoyarsk and Taksimo are also popular, with planes departing 8 times a week from each.
- How many airlines fly to Ulan-Ude?
- A total of 12 airlines operate flights to the city. The largest operators include S7 Airlines, IrAero, Aeroflot, Aurora, and Red Wings.
- Which airports receive flights to Ulan-Ude?
- The main aviation hub is Baikal International Airport (UUD). It is conveniently located just 10 kilometers from the city center.
- When is the best time to buy flight tickets to Ulan-Ude?
- To find the best deals, it is recommended to start monitoring 2–3 months before your trip. This is especially relevant for the summer season and the New Year holiday period, when demand for flights to Lake Baikal increases significantly.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Ulan-Ude?
- We suggest comparing offers from different carriers and checking neighboring departure dates. It is also worth paying attention to flights from regional airlines, which often offer flexible fares on short routes.