Cheap Flights from Ulan-Ude to Irkutsk — $38

The route Ulan-Ude — Irkutsk is served by many carriers — 4 in total, including IrAero, S7 Airlines, Rossiya Airlines, and Aurora. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $38) 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.

Ulan-Ude Airport (Baikal International, UUD) serves as the main gateway to Russia’s Buryatia region and typically functions as a regional domestic hub with occasional international charters. Airlines operating here are usually a mix of Russian carriers and regional operators, so fares can be moderate to budget-friendly depending on season and connections. The airport lies about 13–17 km northeast of downtown Ulan-Ude; taxi rides normally take 20–35 minutes and can cost roughly 300–800 RUB, while local buses and marshrutkas are cheaper (around 30–100 RUB) but slower and less frequent. Pros: compact terminal, straightforward transfers and short transfer times for regional flights. Cons: limited international connections and fewer on-site services compared with larger hubs.

Fly direct from Ulan-Ude to Irkutsk for the quickest, most convenient way to cover this scenic Siberian route — fewer hassles, less travel time, and more comfort. While connecting options can sometimes offer lower fares, a nonstop flight gets you there faster and with less stress, making it the smart choice when time matters.

Irkutsk International Airport (IKT) functions as the main gateway to Eastern Siberia and usually serves as the region’s primary international and domestic hub, handling flights from major Russian carriers (Aeroflot, S7) and several regional operators as well as seasonal connections. Fares can be moderate to high compared with smaller domestic fields due to its hub role. The terminal sits roughly 45–50 km northwest of central Irkutsk; road transfer by taxi or private car typically takes about 40–60 minutes depending on traffic, with fares generally in the mid-range for Russian cities, while shared shuttles or local buses can be cheaper but slower (expect 1–1.5 hours). Pros: relatively full-service facilities and direct connections; cons: distance from downtown and occasional winter delays.