The Lyon — Yekaterinburg route is served by a wide range of airlines: 7 in total, including Pegasus Airlines, LC Busre SAC, Transavia, Valuair, OpenSkies, Turkish Airlines, and Aer Lingus. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $304. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) serves as the region’s main international gateway and typically handles a mix of legacy carriers, low-cost airlines and some long-haul services; it can be seen as a mid-sized hub rather than a budget-only airport. The terminal complex sits about 20–25 km east of Lyon’s city center, with the Rhônexpress tram linking the airport to Part-Dieu station in roughly 30–35 minutes for a fare that is usually moderate to premium relative to local transit; buses and taxis offer alternatives with ride times around 30–45 minutes depending on traffic and higher fares. Pros: good connectivity and modern facilities; cons: distance from central Lyon and transport costs can be higher than city transit.
Koltsovo Airport (SVX) is Yekaterinburg’s main international and domestic gateway, typically serving legacy carriers and some low-cost airlines on regional routes. It functions as a significant Urals hub for transfers and usually offers a wider range of services and lounges compared with smaller fields. The airport sits roughly 16–20 km southeast of the city centre; road transfer times can be about 25–40 minutes by taxi depending on traffic, with fares generally in a moderate range, while public buses and Aeroexpress-style shuttles take around 40–60 minutes for lower cost. Pros: relatively modern terminal, good connectivity and transfer options. Cons: peak-hour congestion and variable taxi prices can affect convenience.
