Air Arabia, the low-cost carrier based in the United Arab Emirates, has opened ticket sales for flights operating from Russia for travel between March and October 2025. The update was shared through the airline’s press service, signaling a renewed push to revive and expand routes from Russian airports amid growing demand from travelers seeking affordable options to sun and leisure destinations as well as regional hubs. The airline emphasizes route flexibility and schedule variety, offering customers a broader choice of departure dates and a stable price ladder during the peak booking window for the spring and fall seasons.
Discounts are being applied across a pool of 500 thousand seats across the airline’s entire network, a promotional strategy aimed at stimulating early bookings and boosting load factors across winter and shoulder-season itineraries. For example, a Moscow to the Maldives round trip in early March can be found for 36 thousand rubles in the promo fare. This price includes the return flight but excludes checked luggage. Passengers should consider optional add-ons such as baggage, seat selection, and priority boarding, which are charged separately, a common practice for low-cost carriers. The discount is presented as a wide, guided invitation to explore both popular and niche destinations serviced by Air Arabia from Russia.
In addition to the Maldives, the carrier is promoting reduced fares to Azerbaijan, Egypt, India, Greece, Italy, Sri Lanka and other locations. Fares start from around 8.8 thousand rubles on select routes, illustrating the airline’s focus on budget travel options with potential variations by travel date, route length, and demand. The scope of the sale suggests a broader strategy to attract first-time visitors and encourage repeat customers by exposing them to a mix of familiar classics and emerging interests across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
On September 11, the Air Transport Operators Association (AEVT) asked the Ministry of Transport to review the proposed rules for funding airport overhaul schemes. The association warned that the changes could drive up airfares and dampen demand for air travel, potentially reducing flight volumes and passenger throughput at key hubs. They urged a careful assessment of the balance between infrastructure improvements and affordability for consumers, citing potential shifts in route profitability and scheduling.
On September 19, Roman Gusarov, editor-in-chief of the Avia.ru portal, argued that Russian airfares may continue to rise through 2025, with the possibility of double-digit increases under certain macroeconomic conditions. He noted that factors such as inflation, currency movements, fuel costs, and labor pressures would shape pricing, while competition among airlines and policy decisions would also play a role. He urged travelers to monitor fare trends and book earlier when possible to lock in lower prices.
Earlier, ATOR reported on the prices of winter tours to Africa, giving context to the broader discussion of how seasonal demand and regional promotions influence ticket and package pricing in the Russian market. The marketplace remains sensitive to macroeconomic signals and regulatory shifts, and carriers like Air Arabia continuing to push promotional offers demonstrate a persistent effort to keep routes active and affordable across a broad network.