Samara to Ulyanovsk flights
Ulyanovsk lies 170 km (105 mi) north-west of Samara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 58 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Samara | Ulyanovsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Russia |
| Population | 1.2 million | 626,540 |
| Elevation | 107 m (351 ft) | 176 m (577 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Europe/Samara) | UTC+4 (Europe/Ulyanovsk) |
| Nearest large airport | KUF, 33 km out | ULV, 12 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Samara
Samara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kurumoch International Airport (KUF), 33 km (21 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,846 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Ulyanovsk
Ulyanovsk is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Ulyanovsk Baratayevka Airport (ULV), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 12,533-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport (ULY, 28 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulyanovsk Baratayevka Airport (regional) | ULV | 12 km (7 mi) | 12,533 ft | 449 ft |
| Ulyanovsk Vostochny Airport (regional) | ULY | 28 km (17 mi) | 16,404 ft | 252 ft |
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Staying in Ulyanovsk
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Ulyanovsk. Of the 18 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (12). Guests have left 60 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ulyanovsk from Samara?
170 km (105 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Samara.
How long does it take to get from Samara to Ulyanovsk by air?
About 58 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Samara and Ulyanovsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Samara to Ulyanovsk flights?
Typically Kurumoch International Airport (KUF) to Ulyanovsk Baratayevka Airport (ULV); Ulyanovsk also has ULY.
Where can I stay in Ulyanovsk?
Our booking partner lists 18 places to stay in Ulyanovsk, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.