Cheap Flights from Sanya to Samara — $284

Sanya is served mainly by Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX), a regional gateway that handles a mix of domestic flights and a growing number of international charters, often favored by leisure travelers and low-cost carriers alongside some full-service airlines. The airport sits about 15–20 km northwest of downtown Sanya; transfers by taxi or rideshare typically take 25–40 minutes depending on traffic, while public buses and airport shuttles can take 40–60 minutes with modest fares. Car rental is available for island exploration. Pros: compact terminal, relatively easy connections for Hainan-bound tourists. Cons: can be busy during holiday peaks, and international flight choices are more limited than at China’s major hubs.

Fly direct from Sanya to Samara for the quickest, most comfortable way to bridge tropical China and Russia’s Volga region—no layovers, less hassle, and more time to enjoy your trip. While connecting flights can sometimes be cheaper, a nonstop saves time and reduces travel stress, making it an excellent choice for business or leisure travelers.

The Sanya — Samara route is served by a wide range of airlines: 7 in total, including SCAT, Hainan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Aeroflot, Air China, and Sichuan Airlines. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $284. 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.

Kurumoch International (KUF) is Samara’s main gateway, serving as the region’s international and domestic hub with a mix of full-service and low-cost carriers on routes to Moscow, Europe and Central Asia. Flights here can be middling in price compared with larger Russian hubs, with budget options available on some sectors. The airport sits about 35 km northwest of Samara city center; typical transfers include aeroexpress or regional train (30–45 minutes), shuttle buses and taxis (35–60 minutes) with fares ranging from modest public-transport fares to higher taxi rates depending on time of day. Pros: a fuller route network and basic passenger services; cons: longer transfer distance and occasional peak-hour congestion.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Sanya to Samara is $359 (March 2026), while the maximum is $595 (August 2026). On average, a ticket costs $496–$529.