On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the route from Irkutsk to Chita. The flight covering a distance of 628 km is operated regularly, with a total frequency of about 14 flights per week.
The flights are operated by S7 Airlines and IrAero. To plan your trip, you can find out how to get to Irkutsk airport and how to travel from Chita airport to the city center, as well as track the best fares using price dynamic charts.
The table shows direct flights Irkutsk → Chita on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by S7 Airlines and IrAero. Departures from Irkutsk Airport airports, arrivals at Kadala.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Irkutsk — Chita by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 244 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 463 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Irkutsk → Chita, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 289 | medium | May | AED 317 | high | Sep | AED 321 | medium |
| Feb | AED 279 | low | Jun | AED 331 | high | Oct | AED 303 | medium |
| Mar | AED 284 | low | Jul | AED 349 | high | Nov | AED 289 | low |
| Apr | AED 298 | medium | Aug | AED 340 | high | Dec | AED 312 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Chita is characterized by sharp temperature fluctuations: the warmest month is July with an average high of 24.4°C, while the coldest is January, when the mercury drops to -29.2°C. The peak of precipitation and wet days also occurs in the middle of summer.
From a budget perspective, the most affordable month to fly is October, when tickets cost AED 244. The highest fares are recorded in June, with ticket prices starting AED 334.
The optimal time for a trip is considered to be September: the weather remains comfortable, and the flight will cost AED 244. During the winter months, despite moderate prices, the risk of severe Trans-Baikal frosts should be taken into account.
Air service between Irkutsk and Chita is provided by two airlines: S7 Airlines and IrAero. There are about 14 flights a week on this route, allowing you to choose a convenient travel time. You can view the exact schedule and route options by clicking on a specific carrier's card in the list below.
Flights Irkutsk — Chita depart from Irkutsk Airport and arrive at Kadala. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 628 km. The approximate travel time on a direct flight is about 1 hour and 15 minutes, excluding takeoff and landing time.
Regular flight services between the cities are provided by S7 Airlines and IrAero (IO).
Yes, direct flights are operated on this route, with the total number of departures reaching 14 per week.
Flight prices vary depending on the season and demand. You can see the current minimum prices for the upcoming year in the low price calendar on this page.
All direct flights from Irkutsk arrive at Chita International Airport (Kadala).
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