In July, Russian residents increased their international flight reservations by 22 percent compared with the same month a year earlier, reaching a share of 28 percent. The most favored destination was Yerevan, Armenia, accounting for 8 percent of all airfares. Holiday plans indicated an average stay of ten days. The figures reflect a broader trend in outbound travel among Russians and illustrate how popular routes cluster around certain capitals and regional hubs. Emphasis on Armenian tourism underscores a shift toward culturally rich, affordable European–Asian connections, and indicates the growing diversity of international itineraries even within a shorter summer window.
Round-trip fares from Moscow to Yerevan for a single traveler stood at 26,180 rubles, while travelers from St. Petersburg faced 28,570 rubles, and those from Yekaterinburg encountered 22,950 rubles. These prices reveal a regional price dispersion driven by city proximity and inbound demand, with Moscow typically offering the broadest flight options and shortest connection times for this corridor. The data suggests that regional gateways continue to shape traveler choices, with cost, convenience, and flight frequency playing pivotal roles in planning.
The share of Antalya, Türkiye, climbed to 7 percent, and travelers typically planned about 11 days for a stay at this renowned resort. Antalya’s enduring appeal lies in its combination of coastal scenery, historical sites, and relatively moderate tourist infrastructure, which makes it a staple for mid-length summer getaways. The pricing landscape for Antalya during July showed variability by origin city, reflecting competitive routes and seasonal demand, yet remained accessible for many travelers seeking a sun-soaked break in the Turkish Riviera.
Round-trip prices per passenger to Antalya in July were as follows: from Moscow, starting at 31,300 rubles; from St. Petersburg, starting at 34,450 rubles; and from Yekaterinburg, starting at 35,850 rubles. The spread signals the advantage of central hubs for international travel while still offering competitive fares for regional travelers, consistent with Antalya’s status as a high-demand destination in peak season.
Russians allocated about 5 percent of tickets to Baku (Azerbaijan), Istanbul (Türkiye), and Minsk (Belarus). These markets reflect a mix of long-standing ties, ease of access, and city-break potential that appeals to travelers seeking diverse urban experiences within relatively short journeys. In Baku, the longest planned holidays emerged, with durations around 16 days, highlighting a preference for deeper cultural immersion and more extended itineraries in capital cities with rich histories and modern development alike.
Round-trip costs to Baku per passenger in July were: from Moscow, 33,690 rubles; from St. Petersburg, 35,450 rubles; and from Yekaterinburg, 38,400 rubles. The price structure here underscores a typical tier where distant origins incur higher fares, yet the destination’s appeal justifies the investment for travelers pursuing a multifaceted city break that blends ancient and contemporary attractions.
The average holiday duration in Istanbul was around 11 days, and round-trip ticket prices to Istanbul in July per passenger were: from Moscow, 27,720 rubles; from St. Petersburg, 33,250 rubles; and from Yekaterinburg, 19,030 rubles. The variations reflect not only flight distance but also the competitive dynamics of Turkish carriers and strong demand for both business and leisure travel to this historic crossroads between Europe and Asia.
In Minsk, the typical stay was six days, with round-trip fares per passenger in July ranging from 6,500 rubles from Moscow, 11,000 rubles from St. Petersburg, and 19,400 rubles from Yekaterinburg. Minsk appeared as a practical short-break option offering accessible pricing and efficient connections for travelers with quick itineraries, while still enabling a taste of Eastern European culture and hospitality.
Additionally, destinations such as Seoul (South Korea), Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), and Almaty (Kazakhstan) accounted for about 4 percent of booked travel. Travelers to these cities planned roughly two-week holidays, underscoring a broad interest in longer cultural explorations beyond Europe. For Seoul, round-trip prices stood at 46,500 rubles from Moscow, 53,800 rubles from St. Petersburg, and 63,800 rubles from Yekaterinburg, illustrating the premium associated with East Asian travel from Russia. For Bishkek, fares were 33,200 rubles from Moscow, 37,700 rubles from St. Petersburg, and 33,800 rubles from Yekaterinburg. For Almaty, prices were 27,580 rubles from Moscow, 37,400 rubles from St. Petersburg, and 28,700 rubles from Yekaterinburg, reflecting the varied pricing landscapes across Central Asia and the Caucasus region during peak season.
The overarching finding shows that July travel among Russians favored a mix of short, mid-length, and extended getaways, with a clear preference for destinations offering cultural richness, good flight connectivity, and reasonable tourism infrastructure. Tourists demonstrated willingness to travel across regions, blending European and Asian itineraries in a single summer planning window. The data highlights how holiday duration and destination choice align with flight accessibility, city appeal, and price bands, shaping a diverse pattern of international travel for the month.
Ultimately, the preferred holiday lengths and the range of top destinations point to a balanced approach to travel, where cost, time, and experience converge to guide decisions for the average vacationer. The findings illustrate a dynamic travel landscape in which travelers increasingly diversify their choices, seeking value, variety, and memorable experiences across multiple continents.