Cheap Flights from Samarkand to Yekaterinburg — $173

Samarkand International Airport (MQF) serves as the city’s main gateway and typically handles international and domestic flights, often operated by Uzbekistan Airways alongside regional carriers. It can be seen as a mid‑sized hub for tourists and business travelers visiting the historic center. The airport sits about 6–8 km northeast of Samarkand’s city center; taxi rides usually take 15–25 minutes while shared minibuses or marshrutkas can be cheaper but slower, often around 20–35 minutes. Fares are generally modest compared with Western markets. Pros: compact layout and relatively quick transfers into town. Cons: limited lounge options and fewer nonstop long‑haul connections than larger regional hubs.

Yekaterinburg is served primarily by Koltsovo Airport (SVX), the city’s international gateway and regional hub that handles most long‑haul and scheduled flights. It typically hosts flag carriers and several full‑service and low‑cost Russian airlines, so fares can range from budget‑friendly to premium depending on carrier and route. The airport sits about 16 km southeast of the city center; taxi rides usually take 25–40 minutes while public bus and express minibus connections run in roughly 40–60 minutes, with fares typically low to moderate. Pros: a modern terminal with international facilities and frequent scheduled services. Cons: can be busy during peak periods and transfer times to the center are not always fast.

In different months, ticket prices from Samarkand to Yekaterinburg vary: minimum — $148 (October 2026), maximum — $783 (January 2027). Typically, the flight costs $274–$323.

The route Samarkand — Yekaterinburg is served by many carriers — 11 in total, including Ural Airlines, Pobeda, Uzbekistan Airways, Qazaq Air, Atlasjet Ukraine, Azimut, Utair, CanJet, Syphax Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines, and Sun Express. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $173) 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.