Cheap Flights from Samara to Lyon Starting at $248

The route Samara — Lyon is served by many carriers — 6 in total, including Pobeda, Smartavia, Nordwind Airlines, Aeroflot, Red Wings Airlines, and Azimut. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $248) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

Samara is served primarily by Kurumoch International Airport (KUF), the region’s main international and domestic gateway located about 35–45 km northeast of the city center. It typically handles a mix of legacy carriers and low-cost airlines offering domestic links to Moscow and St. Petersburg plus seasonal international routes. Road transfer to central Samara usually takes around 40–60 minutes by car or airport shuttle; fixed-route buses and minibuses can be slower but cheaper, while taxis or ride-hailing cut travel time and cost more. Pros: relatively modern facilities and a wide route network for the region. Cons: distance from downtown and variable public-transport frequencies can affect convenience.

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) is the city’s main international gateway and typically serves a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost airlines, making it a primary hub for long-haul and European connections. Located about 20–25 km east of Lyon’s city centre, transfer times are commonly 30–40 minutes by the Rhônexpress tram (fare usually in the mid-range for regional airport links) or 25–35 minutes by taxi/shuttle depending on traffic. A secondary, smaller airport is unlikely to factor into most trips. Pros: good international connectivity and modern passenger facilities; cons: slightly longer transfer time to central Lyon and fares that can feel higher than some nearby low-cost airports. Public buses and car rental are also widely available.