Samara, Russia

Samara: airports, things to do and where to stay

Samara lies on the Volga, with one of the longest river promenades in Russia, an important aerospace industry and a Second World War bunker.

Samara airports

Samara, Russia

Samara Kurumoch airport is about 34 km from central Samara.

Local bus
Local bus services link the airport with the city; it is worth confirming current routes and timetables.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal; agree the fare or use a ride-hailing app before getting in.

Samara

A long promenade beside the Volga with city beaches, cafés and views towards the Zhiguli hills.

An underground bunker built in 1942, when Samara, then Kuybyshev, was the reserve capital of the Soviet Union.

One of the city's main theatres, a large Soviet-era building staging opera and ballet.

A Soyuz-family rocket standing beside the Space Museum, a reminder of the region's aerospace industry.

Which airport serves Samara?

Samara is served by Samara Kurumoch (KUF).

How far is the airport from central Samara?

Samara Kurumoch airport is about 34 km from central Samara.

How do I get from the airport to central Samara?

From Samara Kurumoch airport you can take Local bus (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Samara?

Highlights of Samara include Samara Embankment, Stalin's Bunker, Opera and Ballet Theatre, and Space Rocket Soyuz.

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